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"Encyclopedia of Intelligence and Counterintelligence"
Reviewed in: Choice (July 1, 2005)

" It should not surprise anyone that the reference literature on espionage, intelligence, and covert operations is enormous but varied in accuracy and detail. Sharpe's source, the latest and one of the most detailed, has more than 500 entries written by a diverse group of contributors from all perspectives and political viewpoints. The two forewords written by former CIA director Robert Gates and former Soviet KGB officer Oleg Kalugin signal this encyclopedia's inclusiveness. Chronologically and geographically comprehensive, its entries cover all geographic areas, ancient times to the present (there is an entry titled "Ancient Intelligence") but they emphasize events of the last 200 years. Its entries for Al Qaeda, homeland security, terrorism, and war on terrorism reflect the preoccupation with terrorism since September 11. Articles are signed and include lists of sources and see also references. About a third of the entries are biographical; they include major political figures that have influenced the development of intelligence and espionage along with figures in major spy scandals. Other features include a time line, 1294 BCE to the present; a resource guide; excerpts from the 9/11 Commission Report; and subject indexes. This volume is useful for all levels of interest but best suited for graduate students and researchers. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Academic libraries, especially those supporting military and political studies."

W. F. Bell Lamar University

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