Flawed Patriot: The Rise and Fall of CIA Legend Bill Harvey

by Bayard Stockton

Book Overview

William K. Harvey was the CIA's most daring and successful field operator during the tense, early days of the Cold War. Extremely intelligent, a dedicated martini drinker, coarse in manner and appearance, both loved and hated, he was larger than life. But just as Harvey reached his zenith, fate and personal flaws caused his swift, dramatic downfall. Bayard Stockton provides a rich portrait of the man, including accounts from Harvey's family, friends,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1574889915
• ISBN13: 9781574889918
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Potomac Books
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 8.9"