Intelligence gathering and the relationship between rulers and spies: some lessons from eminent and lesser-known classics/

MUSCO Stefano

Intelligence gathering and the relationship between rulers and spies: some lessons from eminent and lesser-known classics/ Stefano Musco - 2016

This paper aims to examine the relevance of intelligence gathering as an essential prerequisite for any political or military decision, and the resulting special relationship between rulers and spies, through a theoretical comparison between renowned classics and niche literature on strategy, literature, philosophy and political science belonging to several periods and historical contexts.


INTELLIGENCE SERVICE--METHODOLOGY
POLITICS--MILITARY LEADERS