Playing to the Edge: American Intelligence in the Age of Terror

The Play to the Edge book by General Michael Hayden is an unprecedented high-level master narrative of America's intelligence wars, offering a unique perspective from someone who has helmed both the CIA and NSA.

This comprehensive guide provides insight into how American intelligence responded to terrorism, a major war, and technological revolution in the last 500 years.

The book offers an unapologetic look at the challenges faced by those in charge of protecting America's national security, including the NSA's transformation after 9/11 and the controversial terrorist surveillance program that began during this period.

Additionally, it sheds light on the rendition, detention, and interrogation program as bequeathed to Hayden by his predecessors and how he ramped up the CIA to support its role in the targeted killing program.

With a focus on providing an honest and informative account of America's intelligence wars, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in national security and the challenges faced by those who protect it.