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Eyewitness; Spy by Richard Platt |
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Everybody knows that spies wear white dinner jackets, drive sports cars, like their drinks shaken not stirred, and carry electric saws disguised as watches. Or do they? Certainly, some real spies are sophisticated members of the diplomatic service, but most are ordinary people from all walks of life. Spy is a journey through the history of espionage, from biblical spies who helped bring down the walls of Jericho to today's technological intrusions on the internet. Real-life spying equipment and gadgets are as amazing as those designed by Q for James Bond. Eyewitness Spy shows how, after the Cold War, and despite the new spirit of international cooperation, there is still a place for the spy in the modern world. Written by Richard Platt, author of the best-selling Cross-sections! Man-of-War and Eyewitness Pirate, Spy is a unique introduction to the dangerous lives of those who exist in the shadowy world of espionage. Here is an original and exciting new guide to the underworld of espionage. Stunning color photographs of the extraordinary characters, ingenious equipment, and intriguing covert messages offer a unique 'eyewitness' view of some of the world's shadowy people. See a Kgb photosniper * a microdot ring * a pigeon on a parachute * a World War II sabotage pack * a handheld bug detector Learn how a radio wristwatch works * about the Cambridge Five * how to bug a telephone * about night surveillance * how to use a dead-letter drop Discover how to send secret messages * the identity of the real James Bond * how agents were equipped in World War II * how spy pictures are taken from space * who is in charge of the intelligence services and much, much more. 'DK Eyewitness Books' are a series that give detailed information on a wide range of subjects and interests in a completely new way. The presentation is fresh and will appeal especially to young readers. Go under cover to investigate the intriguing world of espionage. From spies of Genghis Khan to the real inspiration behind James Bond to the history and operations of secret service offices around the world, this volume reveals all the fascinating tools, disguises, and tricks of the trade. Full color. |
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