{"title":"Mara Hvistendahl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMara Hvistendahl\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinguished author and journalist known for her in-depth exploration of complex geopolitical issues, especially those influencing the landscape of international science and technology. Her work resides at the intersection of \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of global dynamics through meticulous research and engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Scientist and the Spy\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies her ability to weave detailed investigative narratives that unravel the intricacies of international espionage and its impact on scientific progress. This book delves into the tense backdrop of industrial espionage between the United States and China, offering a gripping insight into the world of cross-border scientific competition and ethical dilemmas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHvistendahl's books are indispensable for readers seeking to grasp the subtleties of modern scientific espionage and its broader implications on global policies. Her insightful perspectives transform complex topics into accessible and thought-provoking reads, making her a vital voice in the contemporary discourse of international relations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-scientist-and-the-spy-by-mara-hvistendahl-9780735214293","title":"The Scientist and the Spy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Scientist and the Spy\u003c\/em\u003e is a riveting true story of industrial espionage where a Chinese-born scientist finds himself pursued by the U.S. government for attempting to steal trade secrets. This gripping narrative comes from a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in nonfiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn September 2011, sheriff's deputies in Iowa encountered three ethnic Chinese men near a field where a farmer was cultivating corn seed under contract with Monsanto. What began as a simple trespassing inquiry escalated into a two-year FBI operation. Investigators bugged the men's rental cars, used a warrant intended for foreign terrorists and spies, and flew surveillance planes over corn country—all in defence of the trade secrets of corporate giants Monsanto and DuPont Pioneer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Scientist and the Spy\u003c\/em\u003e, Hvistendahl offers an enthralling account of this far-reaching investigation, which pitted a veteran FBI special agent against Robert Mo, a Florida resident. After Mo's academic career faltered, he took a questionable job with the Chinese agricultural company DBN, becoming a pawn in a global rivalry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial espionage by Chinese companies is a critical factor underlying the recent trade war between the United States and China, and it remains one of the top counterintelligence targets of the FBI. However, a decade of efforts to address the issue has proven largely ineffective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing from previously unreleased FBI files and extensive reporting across the United States and China, Hvistendahl reveals a long history of flawed counterintelligence on China, often tinged with racism, and challenges the influence of corporate agendas in trade secrets theft cases pursued by the U.S. government.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Scientist and the Spy\u003c\/em\u003e is both a significant exploration of these crucial issues and an engaging, thought-provoking read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46555766292716,"sku":"9780735214293","price":62.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20843223482449.jpg?v=1750120091"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/mara-hvistendahl.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}