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Jun 05, 2014 Mahesh rated it really liked it
Outstanding book. Full of never-before-known details. Explosive content. Highly recommended for readers interested in the genre of intelligence agencies, covert operations, etc.
Jun 05, 2018 Manu Sharma rated it did not like it
The reason why this book has sold some copies is because it probably is the only book on the subject. The author does not provide in text citations or references for many important facts. Most of the content is based on hearsay and the author's own perception and opinion. All in all a worthless read in espionage history. Below is an excerpt from a review of this book by Ryan Schaffer posted on the CIA's website: "...Mission R&AW is a difficult book to analyze because it has no footnotes, no endn The reason why this book has sold some copies is because it probably is the only book on the subject. The author does not provide in text citations or references for many important facts. Most of the content is based on hearsay and the author's own perception and opinion. All in all a worthless read in espionage history. Below is an excerpt from a review of this book by Ryan Schaffer posted on the CIA's website: "...Mission R&AW is a difficult book to analyze because it has no footnotes, no endnotes, and no bibliography, which means there are no citations from secondary sources, archives, or documents to support the claims. The book is strongest when Yadav discusses what he witnessed and experienced, but the sections that contain historical narrative lack independent sources necessary to document the events. As an R&AW officer, Yadav could have laid some myths to rest, but this would have required verifiable citations and references. However, a book by a former R&AW officer will be in demand because there are not many works published on the subject and his first-hand observations provide a useful source for information about Indian intelligence."
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Jul 29, 2017 Vivek rated it really liked it
Was an eye opener in terms of the details the author provides on the various major geo political events and lot of background and back channel whether it was Kashmir, Sikkim and other international affairs. The writing style makes it a bit tedious to read through but the facts really piqued my interest on the major players of RAW and its history. Considering there isn't much literature on RAW, this is a gem of a book. Though this is no unbiased version with the author colouring his opinions on t Was an eye opener in terms of the details the author provides on the various major geo political events and lot of background and back channel whether it was Kashmir, Sikkim and other international affairs. The writing style makes it a bit tedious to read through but the facts really piqued my interest on the major players of RAW and its history. Considering there isn't much literature on RAW, this is a gem of a book. Though this is no unbiased version with the author colouring his opinions on the various players especially as move closer to the present as the book suddenly loses steam on facts and focusses on opinionated views. ...more
Feb 06, 2017 Rohit Kumar rated it really liked it
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. It is really good book,in point of view my side about RAW mission.
So finally I want to read out whole book.
So finally I want to read out whole book.
Interesting read on how the RAW works and a tribute to KAO...but the author stretches himself in the second half and tends to dwell on bureaucracy. Treat this as a quick gossip read to get a broad brush on agency works.
Aug 05, 2014 Athul rated it liked it
A large number of missing words and typos. Reckon it was all part of the mentality which intel guys work with. The author's version of history is good. Makes for a good dinner table conversation. A large number of missing words and typos. Reckon it was all part of the mentality which intel guys work with. The author's version of history is good. Makes for a good dinner table conversation. ...more
Sep 10, 2014 Sawan Gupta rated it really liked it
Very nice book. It explains in depth the history of RAW. Sometimes got confusing due to too many names used to keep track of. Full of thrilling and nerve-wracking info.
Great insight into our recent past, shows what we(as a country) are capable of. The author's sectarian views probably prevented a far more unbiased discourse on the events that occurred. Great insight into our recent past, shows what we(as a country) are capable of. The author's sectarian views probably prevented a far more unbiased discourse on the events that occurred. ...more
Quite Interesting and worth reading for Understanding regional issues
Good Book. Few vague chapters but that's okay because it provides an insight in the working of RAW Good Book. Few vague chapters but that's okay because it provides an insight in the working of RAW ...more
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