Intelligence - International Student Edition: From Secrets to Policy

The go-to resource for understanding how the intelligence community's history, structure, procedures, and functions affect policy decisions, has been fully updated in the Ninth Edition to include cyber security and cyber intelligence.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 624 pages
Publication date: 23 August 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc

Mark M. Lowenthals trusted guide is the go-to resource for understanding how the intelligence communitys history, structure, procedures, and functions affect policy decisions. In the fully updated Ninth Edition of Intelligence, the author addresses cyber security and cyber intelligence throughout, expands the coverage of collection, comprehensively updates the chapters on nation-state issues and transnational issues, and looks at foreign intelligence services, both large and small.

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the intelligence community, covering its history, structure, procedures, and functions. It explains how the intelligence community collects information, analyzes it, and disseminates it to policymakers to inform their decision-making.

One of the key themes of the book is the impact of the intelligence community on policy decisions. The author argues that the intelligence community has a significant influence on policy decisions, particularly in the areas of national security and foreign policy. He provides examples of how the intelligence community has influenced decision-making in the past, such as the decision to go to war in Iraq and the decision to launch the drone strike program.

The book also explores the challenges that the intelligence community faces in the modern era, such as the rise of cyber security and cyber intelligence. The author discusses how the intelligence community is adapting to these challenges and how it is working to protect the United States from cyber threats.

In addition to its coverage of the intelligence community, the book also provides a detailed overview of the different types of intelligence services, such as the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). The author explains the roles and responsibilities of these services and how they work together to collect and analyze information.

The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both students and professionals interested in intelligence and policy. It is fully updated with the latest information and insights, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the intelligence community and its impact on policy decisions.

In conclusion, Mark M. Lowenthals trusted guide is the go-to resource for understanding how the intelligence communitys history, structure, procedures, and functions affect policy decisions. In the fully updated Ninth Edition of Intelligence, the author addresses cyber security and cyber intelligence throughout, expands the coverage of collection, comprehensively updates the chapters on nation-state issues and transnational issues, and looks at foreign intelligence services, both large and small. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the intelligence community, its impact on policy decisions, and the challenges it faces in the modern era. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both students and professionals interested in intelligence and policy.

Weight: 760g
Dimension: 228 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781071897157
Edition number: 9 Revised edition