Behind the Shield of David. Reflections of an Israeli Officer on Intelligence, the Army, People and the Country

Behind the Shield of David. Reflections of an Israeli Officer on Intelligence, the Army, People and the Country

"Behind the Shield of David" is a documentary-publicistic book by officer Boris Geller, in which the history of the state of Israel, its army and special services is examined through the prism of personal experience, professional observations, and declassified episodes... of intelligence practice.
The author offers the reader an honest insider's view of the work of MOSAD, the military intelligence AMAN, counter-terrorism operations, failures and successes, and discusses the events of October 7, 2023. The book is filled with deep reflections on the price of security, civil responsibility, the internal structure of the intelligence community, and the national traumas of Israelis.
Combining facts, historical accuracy, and a lively language, Geller raises pressing issues—from the ethics of special operations to political mistakes.
The book is addressed to an adult audience interested in contemporary history, politics, intelligence services, and the Middle East.

Author: Борис Геллер

Printhouse: Al'pina Pablisher

Age restrictions: 18+

Year of publication: 2025

ISBN: 9785006312555

Number of pages: 368

Size: 216х150х24 mm

Cover type: hard

Weight: 530 g

ID: 1723676

"Behind the Shield of David" is a documentary-publicistic book by officer Boris Geller, in which the history of the state of Israel, its army and special services is examined through the prism of personal experience, professional observations, and declassified episodes of intelligence practice.
The author offers the reader an honest insider's view of the work of MOSAD, the military intelligence AMAN, counter-terrorism operations, failures and successes, and discusses the events of October 7, 2023. The book is filled with deep reflections on the price of security, civil responsibility, the internal structure of the intelligence community, and the national traumas of Israelis.
Combining facts, historical accuracy, and a lively language, Geller raises pressing issues—from the ethics of special operations to political mistakes.
The book is addressed to an adult audience interested in contemporary history, politics, intelligence services, and the Middle East.

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