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Mark MazzettiMilitary History · Non-Fiction
The Way of the Knife
The Way of the Knife
- Pages
- 381
- Published
- 2013
- Language
- English
Synopsis
This book details the significant shift within the CIA and America's special operations forces. It examines their evolution into units primarily focused on man-hunting and targeted killings in covert global operations. The account explores this new American approach to warfare, revealing the strategies and implications of these transformations.
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Decision makingInteragency coordinationMilitary policyNational securityNational security, united statesNew York Times bestsellerNew York Times reviewedUnited StatesUnited States. Central Intelligence AgencyUnited states, department of defenseUnited States. Department of DefenseUnited states, military policy
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Way of the Knife based on true events?
Mark Mazzetti's book is a work of investigative journalism, drawing on extensive reporting and interviews to detail real-world shifts in U.S. intelligence and military operations. It focuses on actual events and policies concerning targeted killings and covert warfare.
How does this book relate to other works on intelligence or warfare?
The Way of the Knife is often considered a significant contribution to the understanding of post-9/11 U.S. national security strategy, particularly its focus on the evolution of the CIA and special operations forces into a more aggressive, paramilitary role. It provides a detailed look at the operational changes and ethical considerations that distinguish this period.