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The mitrokhin archive : The KGB in the world/ Christopher Andrew and Vasili Mitrokhin
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TextPublication details: Penguin Books, New Delhi: 2000.Edition: 1st edDescription: 996 pagesISBN: - 9780141989488
- 327 AND
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Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai | ENGLISH-REFERENCE BOOKS | நான்காம் தளம் / Fourth floor | 327 AND (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Not for loan | 247854 |
Christopher Andrew and Vasili Mitrokhin's The Mitrokhin Archive is a groundbreaking exposé that sheds light on the secretive operations of the KGB. This riveting book, based on top-secret documents smuggled out of Russia, offers a chilling glimpse into the Cold War. Mitrokhin, a former KGB archivist, risked his life to expose the Soviet intelligence agency's extensive network of spies and influence operations across the globe. Andrew, a renowned historian, meticulously analyzes these documents, revealing shocking truths about the KGB's penetration of Western governments, institutions, and societies. From the recruitment of high-level officials to the manipulation of political events, The Mitrokhin Archive unveils the KGB's intricate web of deceit and espionage. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in history, intelligence, and the Cold War. It provides a fascinating and disturbing account of a bygone era that continues to shape the world we live in today. Includes bibliographical reference (p. 595-621) and index.