{"title":"Matthew Krogh","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatthew Krogh is a distinguished author renowned for his insightful contributions to the realm of \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e. His works offer readers a deep dive into significant political events and their intricate backstories, making complex subjects approachable and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in his bibliography is \u003cem\u003eThe White House Plumbers\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration of the covert operations during the Nixon administration. Krogh's ability to weave factual accuracy with a narrative flair makes his books not only educational but also fascinating reads for anyone interested in political history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a political science enthusiast or simply someone curious about the underpinnings of government machinations, Matthew Krogh's collection promises to inform and captivate. His books are a testament to his expertise and commitment to shedding light on pivotal moments in 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\/matthew-krogh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}