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Shadow State
Murder, Mayhem and Russia’s Remaking of the West
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A gripping investigative account of how Russia's spies helped elect Donald Trump, backed Brexit, murdered enemies and threatened the very basis of western democracy.
A gripping investigative account of how Russia's spies helped elect Donald Trump, backed Brexit, murdered enemies and threatened the very basis of western democracy.
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Shadow State by Luke Harding is an enthralling and chilling exploration into the covert operations of Russian intelligence. This meticulously researched book delves into the clandestine activities of spies who masquerade as tourists, journalists, and businessmen. These operatives, who are both ruthless and audacious, conduct their missions across a range of locations including Salisbury, Helsinki, Ukraine, the Central African Republic, London, and Washington. Harding's gripping narrative reveals how these spies have been instrumental in Russia's bold campaign to influence and manipulate political landscapes across the globe.
From award-winning journalist and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Collusion, Luke Harding, comes an investigation that is as riveting as it is alarming. Through comprehensive reporting and an engaging storytelling style, Harding exposes the intricate webs spun by the Kremlin to reshape political structures in their favour. This book shines a light on the covert warfare waged by Russian spies, revealing their methods, motivations, and the broader implications of their actions.
Shadow State underscores the lengths to which the Kremlin will go to achieve its geopolitical ambitions. Harding's work is a powerful reminder of the fragility of Western democracy and the persistent threats it faces. The future of democratic governance hangs in the balance as nations grapple with the pervasive influence of Russian espionage and subterfuge.
Readers will find themselves gripped from the first page, drawn into a world of intrigue and subversion that feels both thrilling and ominous. Harding's investigative prowess and narrative skill make Shadow State essential reading for anyone concerned about the integrity of modern democracies. This book is not just a vivid chronicle of espionage, but a call to remain vigilant in the defence of democratic values against foreign interference.
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Shadow State by Luke Harding receives praise for its thorough and gripping examination of Russia's political covert operations in the West. Critics appreciate its detailed investigation, revealing alarming insights into modern espionage and election interference. The book is often described as meticulously researched and thought-provoking.
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ISBN: 9781783352067
Publisher: Guardian Faber Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 July 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Guardian Faber Publishing
Edition: Main
Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 318g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Luke Harding is an award-winning foreign correspondent with the Guardian and a #1 New York Times bestselling author. Between 2007 and 2011 he was the Guardian's Moscow bureau chief; the Kremlin expelled him from the country in the first case of its kind since the cold war. He is the author of Collusion, A Very Expensive Poison, The Snowden Files, and Mafia State, as well as the co-author of WikiLeaks and The Liar (nominated for the Orwell Prize). Two of Harding's books have been made into films: The Fifth Estate and Snowden.
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