In his second book on espionage, Daniele-Hadi Irandoost adopts a more historical approach to explore the hidden processes that led us to our current spycraft operations. As such, he outlines a series of case studies in the history of intelligence to observe present-day uses and abuses inside the field, including the virtual unaccountability of MI6, the CIA, and the Mossad, which continues to capture headlines in news media worldwide.

Rahab’s House of Spies is a comprehensive academic examination of the intricate world of intelligence, clandestine operations, and the role of covert action in shaping international relations. This meticulously researched volume delves into the critical moments of intelligence history, such as guerrilla warfare in the American War of Independence, the Zimmermann Telegram, the U.S. entry into World War I, and signals intelligence (SIGINT). Rahab’s House of Spies further uncovers the actions of British intelligence and provides a fresh perspective on the evolving relationship between intelligence agencies and parliamentary oversight.