Scholars seeking to understand the role of secret intelligence in political affairs have sought to make use of relevant but constrained archives. This book presents documents in the public domain that illustrate issues in the realm of intelligence. 'This volume is a welcome addition to the intelligence bookshelf, particularly for use in the university classroom. It is unique in three ways: firstly, in the range of topics that are covered; secondly, in the wide variety of established expertise it brings to bear on a range of primary sources; thirdly, and above all, in the unprecedented access it provides to hitherto unpublished archival material.' Dr Jennifer Siegel,Ohio State University 'An ideal introduction to the serious study of secret intelligence and the use made of it over the last century: well-chosen case studies with key documents and stimulating commentary. Essential reading for every intelligence studies course.' Prof. Christopher Andrew, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge