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The Defections
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Author : Hannah Michell
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2013-12-24
The Defections written by Hannah Michell and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-24 with History categories.
'Stunning' The Times 'Excellent' Independent on Sunday 'Compelling, haunting and thrilling' David Peace Seoul, South Korea Mia is an outsider. Half-English, half-Korean, a translator at the British Embassy; she treads a boundary between her roots and the acceptance she desires from the English - especially her boss, Thomas: a married diplomat. Thomas's career is jeopardized by an outrageous indiscretion until Mia comes to his rescue. At first grateful, his feelings are soon complicated by a commission to investigate the background of the woman who has captivated him. Hyun-min is a defector from North Korea, taken in by Mia's family. But he has a secret. One that could shatter Mia's family, her life and the fragile borders around them all.
Defectors And The Liberal Party 1910 2010
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Author : Alun Wyburn-Powell
language : en
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Release Date : 2017-10-03
Defectors And The Liberal Party 1910 2010 written by Alun Wyburn-Powell and has been published by Manchester University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-03 with Political Science categories.
This book is the first analysis of political defections over a long time span. It investigates all the Liberal/Liberal Democrat MPs and former MPs who defected from the party between the elections of December 1910 and May 2010 - around one sixth of all those elected - as well as the smaller number of inward defectors. Each of the 122 defections was an expert judgment on the state of the party at a specific date. The research investigates the timing and reasons for all the defections and reveals long-term trends and underlying causes and apportions responsibility between leaders for them. The author finds some significant differences which distinguished defectors from loyalists and draws wider conclusions about the underlying factors which lead MPs to defect. This book will be of interest to students and lecturers of British politics and anyone interested in the relationship between British political parties in the last century.
Handbook Of Intelligence Studies
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Author : Loch K. Johnson
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2007-01-24
Handbook Of Intelligence Studies written by Loch K. Johnson and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-01-24 with History categories.
This topical volume offers a comprehensive review of secret intelligence organizations and activities. Intelligence has been in the news consistently since 9/11 and the Iraqi WMD errors. Leading experts in the field approach the three major missions of intelligence: collection-and-analysis; covert action; and counterintelligence. Within each of these missions, the dynamically written essays dissect the so-called intelligence cycle to reveal the challenges of gathering and assessing information from around the world. Covert action, the most controversial intelligence activity, is explored, with special attention on the issue of military organizations moving into what was once primarily a civilian responsibility. The authors furthermore examine the problems that are associated with counterintelligence, protecting secrets from foreign spies and terrorist organizations, as well as the question of intelligence accountability, and how a nation can protect its citizens against the possible abuse of power by its own secret agencies. The Handbook of Intelligence Studies is a benchmark publication with major importance both for current research and for the future of the field. It is essential reading for advanced undergraduates, graduate students and scholars of intelligence studies, international security, strategic studies and political science in general.
Defectors
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Author : Joseph Kanon
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2017-06-06
Defectors written by Joseph Kanon and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-06 with Fiction categories.
The bestselling author of Leaving Berlin and Istanbul Passage “continues to demonstrate that he is up there with the very best...of spy thriller writers” (The Times, UK) with this “fascinating” (The Washington Post) novel about two brothers bound by blood but divided by loyalty. In 1949, Frank Weeks, agent of the newly formed CIA, was exposed as a Communist spy and fled the country to vanish behind the Iron Curtain. Now, twelve years later, he has written his memoirs, a KGB- approved project almost certain to be an international bestseller, and has asked his brother Simon, a publisher, to come to Moscow to edit the manuscript. It’s a reunion Simon both dreads and longs for. The book is sure to be filled with mischief and misinformation; Frank’s motives suspect, the CIA hostile. But the chance to see Frank, his adored older brother, proves irresistible. And at first Frank is still Frank—the same charm, the same jokes, the same bond of affection that transcends ideology. Then Simon begins to glimpse another Frank, capable of treachery and actively working for “the service.” He finds himself dragged into the middle of Frank’s new scheme, caught between the KGB and the CIA in a fatal cat and mouse game that only one of the brothers is likely to survive. “A finely paced Cold War thriller with [Kanon’s] usual flair for atmospheric detail, intriguing characters, and suspenseful action” (Library Journal), Defectors takes us to the heart of a world of secrets, where even the people we know best can’t be trusted and murder is just collateral damage.
The Evolution Of Cooperation
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Author : Robert Axelrod
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2009-04-29
The Evolution Of Cooperation written by Robert Axelrod and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-29 with Business & Economics categories.
A famed political scientist's classic argument for a more cooperative world We assume that, in a world ruled by natural selection, selfishness pays. So why cooperate? In The Evolution of Cooperation, political scientist Robert Axelrod seeks to answer this question. In 1980, he organized the famed Computer Prisoners Dilemma Tournament, which sought to find the optimal strategy for survival in a particular game. Over and over, the simplest strategy, a cooperative program called Tit for Tat, shut out the competition. In other words, cooperation, not unfettered competition, turns out to be our best chance for survival. A vital book for leaders and decision makers, The Evolution of Cooperation reveals how cooperative principles help us think better about everything from military strategy, to political elections, to family dynamics.
Abiding Times 1
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Author : Tunku Zain Al-'Abidin Muhriz
language : en
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2010-10-10
Abiding Times 1 written by Tunku Zain Al-'Abidin Muhriz and has been published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-10 with Political Science categories.
Cold War Defections Of Communist Intelligence Officers To The United States
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Author : Roberto Miguel Rodriguez
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023-10-22
Cold War Defections Of Communist Intelligence Officers To The United States written by Roberto Miguel Rodriguez and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-22 with History categories.
The Cold War, a period marked by the stark division between the capitalist West and communist East, witnessed intense geopolitical maneuverings, covert operations, and ideological battles. Yet, among the most riveting episodes were the defections of high-ranking communist officers to the United States. "Cold War Defections of Communist Officers to the United States" offers an in-depth exploration into these dramatic escapes from the Iron Curtain and the information, motivations, and lives of the individuals who dared to betray their homelands. Drawing from declassified intelligence reports, personal testimonials, and in-depth interviews, the book chronicles the journeys of these officers, delving into their reasons for defecting-ranging from disillusionment with communist ideologies to personal grudges and threats. Each defection carried significant risks, and this narrative paints a vivid picture of the harrowing escapes, often involving intricate plans, secret allies, and moments of sheer luck. Beyond the tales of espionage and daring getaways, the book investigates the aftermath of these defections-how the intelligence community utilized the information, the propaganda battles that ensued, and the personal toll on the defectors, many of whom grappled with guilt, identity crises, and fears for their families left behind. Furthermore, "Cold War Defections of Communist Officers to the United States" delves into the broader implications for the U.S. intelligence community and diplomatic corps, highlighting how these defections influenced policy decisions, intelligence strategies, and the very nature of the Cold War confrontation. A meticulously researched and captivating read, this book sheds light on the personal stories within the grand tapestry of Cold War history, reminding readers of the profound human costs and complexities lurking behind the ideological battlefront.
A Vindication Of Fellowship Meetings And Of Hearing Faithful Suffering Ministers With A Preface Containing Some Remarks On Mr Currie S Vindication C
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Author : John BROWN (Minister of the Gospel at Wamphray.)
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1740
A Vindication Of Fellowship Meetings And Of Hearing Faithful Suffering Ministers With A Preface Containing Some Remarks On Mr Currie S Vindication C written by John BROWN (Minister of the Gospel at Wamphray.) and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1740 with categories.
Problems Of Communism
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1958
Problems Of Communism written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1958 with Communism categories.
Arab Spring
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Author : I. William Zartman
language : en
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Release Date : 2015-08-15
Arab Spring written by I. William Zartman and has been published by University of Georgia Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-15 with History categories.
Beginning in January 2011, the Arab world exploded in a vibrant demand for dignity, liberty, and achievable purpose in life, rising up against an image and tradition of arrogant, corrupt, unresponsive authoritarian rule. These previously unpublished, countryspecific case studies of the uprisings and their still unfolding political aftermaths identify patterns and courses of negotiation and explain why and how they occur. The contributors argue that in uprisings like the Arab Spring negotiation is "not just a 'nice' practice or a diplomatic exercise." Rather, it is a "dynamically multilevel" process involving individuals, groups, and states with continually shifting priorities--and with the prospect of violence always near. From that perspective, the essaysits analyze a range of issues and events--including civil disobedience and strikes, mass demonstrations and nonviolent protest, and peaceful negotiation and armed rebellion--and contextualize their findings within previous struggles, both within and outside the Middle East. The Arab countries discussed include Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, and Yemen. The Arab Spring uprisings are discussed in the context of rebellions in countries like South Africa and Serbia, while the Libyan uprising is also viewed in terms of the negotiations it provoked within NATO. Collectively, the essays analyze the challenges of uprisers and emerging governments in building a new state on the ruins of a liberated state; the negotiations that lead either to sustainable democracy or sectarian violence; and coalition building between former political and military adversaries. Contributors: Samir Aita (Monde Diplomatique), Alice Alunni (Durham University), Marc Anstey* (Nelson Mandela University), Abdelwahab ben Hafaiedh (MERC), Maarten Danckaert (European-Bahraini Organization for Human Rights), Heba Ezzat (Cairo University), Amy Hamblin (SAIS), Abdullah Hamidaddin (King's College), Fen Hampson* (Carleton University), Roel Meijer (Clingendael), Karim Mezran (Atlantic Council), Bessma Momani (Waterloo University), Samiraital Pres (Cercle des Economistes Arabes), Aly el Raggal (Cairo University), Hugh Roberts (ICG/Tufts University), Johannes Theiss (Collège d'Europe), Sinisa Vukovic (Leiden University), I. William Zartman* (SAIS-JHU). [* Indicates group members of the Processes of International Negotiation (PIN) Program at Clingendael, Netherlands]