Spycraft by Wallace Robert (79 results)

Paperback. Condition: Fair. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Illustrated. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Hardback. Condition: Good. From ultra-miniature document cameras and audio bugs to disguises and dead drops, the covert devices used by spies have captured our imaginations for decades. Now America's Q' - the former director of the CIA's Office of Technical Service (OTS) - and an internationally renowned intelligence historian take readers behind the scenes to tell amazing life and death stories of these spy gadgets and the remarkable individuals behind them. From the Cold War to Iraq, from cats with embedded listening devices to quiet helicopters and altered documents.'.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. From ultra-miniature document cameras and audio bugs to disguises and dead drops, the covert devices used by spies have captured our imaginations for decades. Now America's Q' - the former director of the CIA's Office of Technical Service (OTS) - and an internationally renowned intelligence historian take readers behind the scenes to tell amazing life and death stories of these spy gadgets and the remarkable individuals behind them. From the Cold War to Iraq, from cats with embedded listening devices to quiet helicopters and altered documents.'.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. From ultra-miniature document cameras and audio bugs to disguises and dead drops, the covert devices used by spies have captured our imaginations for decades. Now America's Q' - the former director of the CIA's Office of Technical Service (OTS) - and an internationally renowned intelligence historian take readers behind the scenes to tell amazing life and death stories of these spy gadgets and the remarkable individuals behind them. From the Cold War to Iraq, from cats with embedded listening devices to quiet helicopters and altered documents.'.…

Condition: good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. The dust jacket shows normal wear. The pages show normal wear. Fast shipping and order satisfaction guaranteed. A portion of your purchase benefits Non-Profit Organizations, First Aid and Fire Stations.

Condition: Poor. Book is Poor condition. Good for reading, not pretty to look at! The pages and cover are soiled and/or yellowed, worn throughout.

Paperback. Condition: Good. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. An unprecedented history of the CIA's secret and amazing gadgetry behind the art of espionage In this look at the CIA's most secretive operations and the devices that made them possible, Spycraft tells gripping life-and-death stories about a group of spytechs--much of it never previously revealed and with images never before seen by the public.   The CIA's Office of Technical Service is the ultrasecret department that grappled with challenges such as:   What does it take to build a quiet helicopter? How does one embed a listening device in a cat? What is an invisible photo used for?   These amazingly inventive devices were created and employed against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions--including the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and continuing terrorist threats. Written by Robert Wallace, the former director of the Office of Technical Service, and internationally renowned intelligence historian Keith Melton, Spycraft is both a fantastic encyclopedia of gadgetry and a revealing primer on the fundamentals of high-tech espionage.   "The first comprehensive look at the technical achievements of American espionage from the 1940s to the present."--Wired   "Reveals more concrete information about CIA tradecraft than any book."--The Washington Times  "This is a story I thought could never be told."--JAMES M. OLSON, former chief of CIA counterintelligence.…

Condition: acceptable. Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included.

Condition: acceptable. The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.…

Condition: Fine. 1 Edition. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. 1 Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. From ultra-miniature document cameras and audio bugs to disguises and dead drops, the covert devices used by spies have captured our imaginations for decades. Now America's Q' - the former director of the CIA's Office of Technical Service (OTS) - and an internationally renowned intelligence historian take readers behind the scenes to tell amazing life and death stories of these spy gadgets and the remarkable individuals behind them. From the Cold War to Iraq, from cats with embedded listening devices to quiet helicopters and altered documents.'.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. From ultra-miniature document cameras and audio bugs to disguises and dead drops, the covert devices used by spies have captured our imaginations for decades. Now America's Q' - the former director of the CIA's Office of Technical Service (OTS) - and an internationally renowned intelligence historian take readers behind the scenes to tell amazing life and death stories of these spy gadgets and the remarkable individuals behind them. From the Cold War to Iraq, from cats with embedded listening devices to quiet helicopters and altered documents.'.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. From ultra-miniature document cameras and audio bugs to disguises and dead drops, the covert devices used by spies have captured our imaginations for decades. Now America's Q' - the former director of the CIA's Office of Technical Service (OTS) - and an internationally renowned intelligence historian take readers behind the scenes to tell amazing life and death stories of these spy gadgets and the remarkable individuals behind them. From the Cold War to Iraq, from cats with embedded listening devices to quiet helicopters and altered documents.'.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condition: good. Condition: Good â" Used book with some visible wear. May include stickers on the cover, wear or absence of the dust jacket, wear to the spine or inside cover, slight corner curling, minor staining, and wear along the fore edge. All orders are shipped via UPS Mail Innovations and may take up to 10 business days from the initial scan to be delivered.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Spycraft This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .…

Condition: good. Paperback Book.

Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condition: Fair. Signed Copy . Signed by author on title page.

Condition: good. Supports Goodwill of Silicon Valley job training programs. The cover and pages are in Good condition! Any other included accessories are also in Good condition showing use. Use can include some highlighting and writing, page and cover creases as well as other types visible wear.

Paperback. Condition: New. Paperback. Publisher overstock, may contain remainder mark on edge.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

paperback. Condition: Good. Very nice ex-library book. Light wear to cover edges and corners. Sticker on spine and back cover. Stamp on first page and title page.