{"title":"Egil \"Bud\" Krogh","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're intrigued by the inner workings of American politics, the works of Egil \"Bud\" Krogh offer a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. A key figure in the Watergate scandal, Egil Krogh was a distinguished lawyer whose unique experiences within the Nixon administration provide rare insights into political ethics and decision-making processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable titles is \u003cem\u003eThe White House Plumbers\u003c\/em\u003e, a riveting narrative that delves into the clandestine operations he once spearheaded, shedding light on both the motivations and consequences of political actions. Perfect for those interested in Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs, Krogh's collection encourages readers to reflect on integrity and accountability within governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a political history enthusiast or just curious about the complexities of governmental affairs, Egil \"Bud\" Krogh's work is an essential addition to your reading list. Discover his compelling stories and uncover lesser-known aspects of American political history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-white-house-plumbers-by-egil-bud-krogh-9781800752009","title":"The White House Plumbers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe true story of the White House Plumbers, a secret unit inside Nixon's White House, their ill-conceived plans to stop the leaking of the Pentagon Papers, and how they led to Watergate and the President's demise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn July 17, 1971, Egil \"Bud\" Krogh was summoned to a closed-door meeting by his mentor—and a key confidant of the president—John Ehrlichman. Expecting to discuss the most recent drug control program launched in Vietnam, Krogh was shocked when Ehrlichman handed him a file and the responsibility for the Special Investigations Unit, or SIU, later to be notoriously known as \"The Plumbers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Plumbers' work, according to Nixon, was critical to national security: they were to investigate the leaks of top-secret government documents, including the Pentagon Papers, to the press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe White House Plumbers\u003c\/i\u003e is Krogh's account of what really happened behind the closed doors of the Nixon White House, how a good man can make bad decisions, and the redemptive power of integrity. Including the story of how Krogh served time and later rebuilt his life, \u003ci\u003eThe White House Plumbers\u003c\/i\u003e is gripping, thoughtful, and a cautionary tale of placing loyalty over principle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556158656748,"sku":"9781800752009","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3620183482829.jpg?v=1750140496"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/egil-bud-krogh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}