Torpedoed: An American Businessman's True Story of Secrets, Betrayal, Imprisonment in Russia, and the Battle to

by Edmond D. Pope, Tom Shactman, Tom Shachtman

Book Overview

He was a man of mystery: Edmond D. Pope -- former Naval Intelligence officer, then private businessman, in Russia looking for some answers.

It was a top secret operation: The CIA and the Canadian secret service -- out to steal one of Russia's crown jewels: the plans to a submarine torpedo that travels an astonishing 300 miles per hour.

He was the new man in charge: Vladimir Putin -- former head of the KGB, now boss of all Russia and...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316348732
• ISBN13: 9780316348737
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Little Brown and Company
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.6"
• Age Range: 13 years and up

Customer Reviews

Eye opener for civilians-america

I met this man in person. The ordeals he went thru, its just insane. But he made the best of his time in purgatory.This is another example of burachcy.For those of you who dont have a clue how the world really isplease read this book.

Torpedoed

Ever since Ed Pope was imprisoned in Russia, and released last year, I have been curious about the details of his story. What was the torpedo technology that he was after, why was he imprisioned, how did he survive and how did his wife get support from home? In this outstanding book Ed tells it all! There are many levels to this story. Ed's successful career as a decorated Naval officer. His story of doing business in post 1989 Russia for over 10 years. The specifics of being in the "wrong place at the wrong time" and ultimately his survival within the Russian judicial system. The humanitarian back drop of his Dad's critical illness at home and his wife's work behind the scenes to rally support are all aspects of Ed's story.It became apparent after he withstood psychological mistreatment for almost a year that the Russian KGB really didn't know who they were dealing with!A great Christmas gift. This book should be under every Christmas tree as a gift for the person who:1. loves a great suspense novel2. loves Naval technology3. loves a story of good overcoming evilNot only good reading for adults, but also a great story for our young adults about the reality of doing business in another country. After reading this book, I'll never take for granted our justice system where a person is "innocent until proven guilty".thanks Ed Pope for sharing your story!!

Well written and informative

A truly great account of a tragic life experience. Very well written and captivating. (no pun intended) After following Mr. Pope's ordeal in the news, this puts the pieces togeather for an insiders view of the incident. After reading and understanding more what happened, this book should be required reading for anyone foolish enough to consider trading with the "new Russia". A great story, too bad the human toll was so great to get it.

Review by LCDR Terry Wilton (USN, Ret.)

A very well-written, no-holds-barred account of Ed Pope's ordeal in today's Russia. This book makes it clear that the Russian government still continues many of the more odious Soviet practices, especially when it comes to their paranoia about foreigners and the treatment of accused defendants. Ed Pope and Tom Schactman give numerous insights into today's Russian system of "justice," making it clear that having no hard evidence against a defendant (whether a foreigner or a Russian) is not a problem for the prosecution, when it is backed by the FSB and the courts. This should make Western businessmen who have any dealings with Russian military or industrial institutions have second thoughts. As a former naval intelligence officer myself, I would rate this as a five-star book that should be read by all intelligence professionals, as well as all those who would do business in today's Russia. Terry Wilton, LCDR USN (Ret.).

Torpedoed

This ultimate publication, "Torpedoed" is a true life story of Ed Pope, that is very well written and will be a classic for people who are most anxious to read and learn about Ed's 235-day of imprisonment. This book is informative, adventurous and is most note worthly for Ed's many dedicated years as a Naval Intel Officer, that will be of great interest to young Americans, who are seriously considering a future as a Naval Officer or military career.