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Discover the gripping biography of the enigmatic CIA spymaster James Jesus Angleton in 'The Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton.' This compelling book, published by Scribe Publications, unveils the secretive life of a man who wielded immense power and influence within the U.S. intelligence community for over three decades. Written by renowned author Jefferson Morley, this biography is the first extensive examination of Angleton in over twenty years, providing unprecedented insights into his operations and mindset.
Read about how Angleton, mentored by notorious British MI6 officer Kim Philby, became a master of espionage and counterintelligence. His career spanned from World War II to the culmination of the Cold War, as he executed espionage strategies that transformed the CIA. Delve into his obsession with uncovering moles within the organization, which ultimately led to significant consequences for the Agency itself.
This meticulously researched book features exclusive interviews and previously unseen correspondence, culminating in a detailed portrait of Angleton’s rise to power and his continued mythic status within the CIA. As a literature student and friend of influential poets like Ezra Pound and T.S. Eliot, Angleton's complex personality offers a fascinating juxtaposition to the clandestine world he inhabited.
Perfect for history buffs, espionage enthusiasts, and readers curious about the darker sides of American intelligence, 'The Ghost' is essential reading for anyone interested in the machinations of secret government operations and the figures who make them happen. Get your copy today and unravel the mysteries surrounding one of the most powerful yet shadowy figures in American history.
Read about how Angleton, mentored by notorious British MI6 officer Kim Philby, became a master of espionage and counterintelligence. His career spanned from World War II to the culmination of the Cold War, as he executed espionage strategies that transformed the CIA. Delve into his obsession with uncovering moles within the organization, which ultimately led to significant consequences for the Agency itself.
This meticulously researched book features exclusive interviews and previously unseen correspondence, culminating in a detailed portrait of Angleton’s rise to power and his continued mythic status within the CIA. As a literature student and friend of influential poets like Ezra Pound and T.S. Eliot, Angleton's complex personality offers a fascinating juxtaposition to the clandestine world he inhabited.
Perfect for history buffs, espionage enthusiasts, and readers curious about the darker sides of American intelligence, 'The Ghost' is essential reading for anyone interested in the machinations of secret government operations and the figures who make them happen. Get your copy today and unravel the mysteries surrounding one of the most powerful yet shadowy figures in American history.