Defend the realm : the authorized history of MI5 / Christopher Andrew.

Author/creator Andrew, Christopher M.
Format Book
Edition1st U.S. ed.
Publication InfoNew York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
Descriptionxxiii, 1032 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Subjects

Uniform titleDefence of the realm
Abstract "Defend the Realm" reveals the precise role of the Security Service in twentieth-century British history, from its foundation by Captain Kell of the British Army in October 1909, through two world wars, up to and including its present roles in counterespionage and counterterrorism.
General noteOriginally published: The defence of the realm. London ; New York : Allen Lane, 2009.
General note"This is a Borzoi book."
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [989]-1004) and index.
LCCN 2009025463
ISBN9780307263636
ISBN0307263630

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks JN329.I6 A525 2009 ✔ Available Place Hold