Behind the Enigma

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The Authorised History of GCHQ, Britain’s Secret Cyber-Intelligence Agency

By John Ferris

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Behind the Enigma by John Ferris delves into the secretive world of GCHQ, Britain's intelligence, security, and cyber organisation. It explores the agency's evolution from its beginnings during World War I to its pivotal role in global events throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The book unveils the complexities of cryptography, surveillance, and espionage while offering insights into the agency's influence on international relations and national security.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the intricate world of espionage, history buffs keen on uncovering the secret operations of intelligence agencies, or fascinated by how cryptographic tactics shaped modern history. This compelling narrative delves deep into the hidden developments behind one of the most revered intelligence organisations, offering an insightful examination of its impact on global security.

Behind the Enigma

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You know about MI5. You know about MI6.

Now discover the untold stories behind Britain’s most secretive intelligence agency, in the first ever authorised history of GCHQ.

For a hundred years, GCHQ – Government Communications Headquarters – has been at the forefront of innovation in national security and British secret statecraft. Famed for its codebreaking achievements during the Second World War, and essential to the Allied victory, GCHQ also held a critical role in both the Falklands War and Cold War.

Today, amidst the growing threats of terrorism and online crime, GCHQ continues to be the UK’s leading intelligence, security and cyber agency, and a powerful tool of the British state.

Based on unprecedented access to classified archives, Behind the Enigma is the first book to authoritatively tell the entire history of this most unique and enigmatic of organisations – and peer into its future at the heart of the nation’s security.

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Behind the Enigma by John Ferris receives high praise for unveiling the history and intricacies of GCHQ with a balance of detail and big-picture interpretation. Reviewers commend Ferris for shedding light on a largely secretive world, acknowledging the contributions of pivotal figures, including women codebreakers, and exploring the organisation's historical impact and modern relevance. The book is lauded for its comprehensive research and engaging narrative, highlighting how GCHQ's evolution mirrors broader historical and global developments.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526605481

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 60.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 686g

Pages: 880

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference History & Military John Ferris Military History Non-Fiction

About the Author

John Ferris is a Professor of History at the University of Calgary, where he also is a Fellow at the Centre for Military and Strategic Studies. He received a PhD in War Studies from King’s College London. He has published four books and numerous academic articles on diplomatic, intelligence and military history, as well as contemporary strategy and intelligence.