The Great War of Our Time

The CIA's Fight Against Terrorism--From al Qa'ida to ISIS

De: Michael Morell, Bill Harlow

Narrado por: Robert Fass

Like See No Evil and At the Center of the Storm, this is a vivid and gripping account of the Central Intelligence Agency, a life of secrets, and a war in the shadows.

Called the "Bob Gates of his generation" by Politico, Michael Morell was a top CIA officer who played a critical role in the most important counterterrorism events of the past two decades. Morell was by President Bush's side on 9/11/01 when terrorists struck America and in the White House Situation Room advising President Obama on 5/1/11 when America struck back-killing Usama bin Ladin. From the subway bombings in London to the terrorist attacks in Benghazi, Morell always seemed to find himself on the cusp of history.

A superb intelligence analyst and briefer, Morell now presents The Great War of Our Time, where he uses his talents to offer an unblinking and insightful assessment of CIA's counterterrorism successes and failures of the past twenty years and, perhaps most important, shows readers that the threat of terrorism did not die with Bin Ladin in Abbottabad. Morell illuminates new, growing threats from terrorist groups that, if unaddressed, could leave the country vulnerable to attacks that would dwarf 9/11 in magnitude.

He writes of secret, back-channel negotiations he conducted with foreign spymasters and regime leaders in a desperate attempt to secure a peaceful outcome to unrest launched during the "Arab Spring." Morell describes how efforts to throw off the shackles of oppression have too often resulted in broken nation states unable or unwilling to join the fight against terrorism.

Along the way Morell provides intimate portraits of the leadership styles of figures ranging from Presidents Bush and Obama, CIA directors Tenet, Goss, Hayden, Petraeus, Panetta, and Brennan, and a host of others.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"A remarkable narrative about the greatest national security threat America has faced since the Cold War and how the country's premier intelligence agency dealt with it. In THE GREAT WAR OF OUR TIME Michael Morell provides an astute look at key battles won and lost in the fight against al Qa'ida, and he offers invaluable insights for both intelligence and policy into battles yet to come. Anyone who wants to know how the CIA dealt with the al Qa'ida menace and how the country should address it going forward should read this book."—Robert Gates, former secretary of defense and CIA director

"Intelligence professionals are an unsung but absolutely critical part of our country's national security, and Michael Morell, who served 33 years at CIA, was one of the best intelligence officers our nation has ever had. His service at the senior ranks of CIA coincided with the Agency's fight against al Qa'ida, and in the THE GREAT WAR OF OUR TIME he recounts this history with honesty, insight, and poignancy. This is a very readable book in which you will learn a lot of things you didn't know before-including what it's like to work as an intelligence professional."—Joseph Lieberman, former US Senator

"Must-read for anyone thinking seriously about terrorism. An authoritative, insightful insider's account of the CIA's leadership in the War on Terror. Courageously ducks none of the thorny issues, from torture and Snowden to Usama bin Ladin."—Graham Allison, former dean, Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, and author of Essence of Decision

"Michael Morell has written a compelling narrative about the fight against al Qa'ida and the terror it inspires and exports globally. He provides rare and thoughtful insight into the mystifying world of intelligence, to include the remarkable and patriotic Americans who serve there. Michael is the 'best of the best' and portrays the CIA at a sustained level of excellence during remarkably tough times."—Mike Mullen, ADM, USN (ret.), former chairman, US Joint Chiefs of Staff

Fascinating Insider Insights Into The Biggest National Security Stories Of Our Time

You could read this just for a blow by blow of how those controversial Benghazi talking points came about. But you'll also learn the inside scoop on 9-11, the intelligence lead up to the Iraq war, the Bin Laden mission and every other story that has dominated the news for the last 30 years. Was Snowden a hero or a traitor? The facts speak for themselves.

History revealed!

Morrell offers the unique perspective of in the moment revelations and clears the debris from excitable mediocrity and news organizations who rush for headlines and ratings. Michaels account of his experience as a lifelong employee of the CIA was eye opening and refreshing. Not that you'll ever read this but a personal Thanks to you, Michael, for having the courage the share a narrative of truth!

Fantastic

A must read for anyone interested in the truth about CIA's role in the war on terror.

Very interesting

The book good some parts are very interesting and tells different views of stories we have all heard, between the news and conspiracy theories and then there is this version which sounds more like the truth.

Current American History Piece

A Thoroughly and completely professional presentation of this important time in our history. Further a great tribute to the CIA and to Mr Morell's great career of service.

Great book written by a dedicated professional

It is obvious that Morell just loves the organization that he has worked for 30 years or so and that is to be expected. But what made the book worth listening to was his own internal assments

Superb book

Great book for anyone interested in intelligence or national security. Also superb book for anyone wanting to understanding one of the most critical issues of our time. Morell does a great job of balancing relevant details and critical perspective without getting bogged down. Given his experience and positions across multiple administrations and relationship with multiple presidents and US and world leaders this is a critical read.

The sacrifices and stories are incredible

This book is a MUST READ//LISTEN to understand the threats that we face everyday and the people who are on the frontlines trying to connect the dots before they can strike and cause devastation and destruction

informative and genuine for an outsider

easy read with a good and general cause of problem. please read and see. yourself.

Mehhh

Far too much focus on the beaucratic process of the CIA and not enough on actual CIA operations