The SIS and other British spies /

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by Goodman, Michael E.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Spies around the world Published by : Creative Education, (Mankato, Minn. :) Physical details: 48 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 27 cm. Subject(s): Intelligence service | Espionage, British | Spies Year : 2012 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
Location Collection Call Number Status Date Due
Stonepark Intermediate School GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT / Law & Crime / Espionage / Goodman Available

Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.

Introduction -- A culture of secrecy -- Working for the firm -- Tactical matters -- Super$1 (Band surprising$1 (Bspies -- Spy tales -- Queen Elizabeth's spymaster -- Bond, Sidney Bond? -- Breaking the code -- Taking risks -- Double agents -- War at the bottom of the world -- Legoland -- Plot against Saddam.s

"An eye-opening exploration of the history of the 1909-founded SIS and other British espionage agencies, investigating their typical training and tools as well as the escapades of famous spies."--Provided by publisher.