{"title":"Jefferson Morley","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eJefferson Morley\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed American author and journalist, known for his insightful exploration into the shadowy realms of espionage and American history. Morley's books often delve into the intricacies of intelligence operations and the pivotal figures behind them, blended with a compelling narrative style that is both educational and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton\u003c\/strong\u003e, a gripping biography that uncovers the enigmatic life of one of the CIA's most controversial figures. With a career that spanned decades during the Cold War, Angleton's story is one of intrigue, secrecy, and political manoeuvring, meticulously unravelled by Morley's expert storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese books provide a fascinating glimpse into history's secretive underworld, ideal for readers interested in Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, especially those who appreciate a critical exploration of intelligence agencies and their impact on global affairs. Dive into Jefferson Morley's works to uncover the hidden narratives that have shaped our modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-ghost-the-secret-life-of-cia-spymaster-james-jesus-angleton-by-jefferson-morley-9781925322606","title":"The Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA revelatory new biography of the sinister, powerful, and paranoid man at the heart of the CIA for more than three tumultuous decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton\u003c\/em\u003e, Jefferson Morley delivers a gripping biography of CIA spymaster James Jesus Angleton, one of the most important unelected officials in the US government during the 20th century. Virtually untouchable, Angleton operated beyond the view of the public, Congress, and even the president himself. In this first biography of Angleton in over twenty years, Morley reveals the extent of his influence and power during his time at the CIA, from the start of World War II through to the final days of the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMentored in the art of spy craft by British MI6 officer Kim Philby, Angleton excelled in a life of deception, quickly rising through the ranks of the CIA to become chief of counterintelligence, a position he would hold for over 20 years. Despite his background as a former literature student and a friend to poets Ezra Pound and TS Eliot, Angleton became one of the most powerful men in the country. He initiated programmes that included the US's first foray into mass surveillance of its citizens. After discovering that Philby was a double agent, Angleton became obsessed with hunting for communist moles within his own organisation, a search that nearly destroyed the Agency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet, during his seemingly lawless reign, Angleton also proved to be a formidable adversary to America's enemies, earning a mythic stature within the CIA that persists to this day. Morley uses exclusive interviews with colleagues and friends, alongside never-before-seen correspondence, to create a detailed and fascinating portrait of one of the most influential spies of our times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46380114968812,"sku":"9781925322606","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13551393482873.jpg?v=1744842759"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jefferson-morley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}