Author Description
Since the dissolution of the Soviet Union in the early 1990's, Western state surveillance and intelligence activities have drastically adapted to new domestic and global challenges. This book examines the evolution of state surveillance in modern societies and provides an international perspective on influential trends affecting these activities.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates how Western state intelligence and surveillance apparatuses have transformed in response to shifting domestic and global security challenges following the Cold War. Frederic Lemieux, an expert in intelligence and security studies, utilizes a comparative international framework to analyze the structural and operational shifts within modern intelligence agencies. The text argues that the post-Soviet era necessitated a fundamental recalibration of surveillance methodologies to address decentralized threats and technological advancements.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of post-1990s intelligence adaptation strategies
- Comparative study of surveillance practices across multiple Western nations
- Examination of the tension between national security and civil liberties
Scope Limits
- Does not provide a comprehensive history of intelligence prior to the 1990s
- Does not focus on the technical engineering of surveillance software
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts identify this work as a valuable resource for understanding the institutional evolution of modern intelligence agencies. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which makes it well-suited for students and professionals in the field of security studies.
Page Count:
224
Publication Date:
2018-09-01
ISBN-10:
0190606924
ISBN-13:
9780190606923
National security
International relations
Law And Legislation
Sociology
Civil defense