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The Ideal Man: The Tragedy Of Jim Thompson And The American Way Of War
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How The West'S Greatest Spy In Asia Tried To Stop The New American Way Of Warand The Steep Price He Paid For Failingjim Thompson Landed In Thailand At The End Of World War Ii, A Former American Society Dilettante Who Became An Asian Legend As A Spy And Silk Magnate With Access To Thai Worlds Outsiders Never Saw. As The Cold War Reached Thailand, America Had A Choice: Should It, As Thompson Believed, Help Other Nations Build Democracies From Their Traditional Cultures Or, As His Exoss Friend Willis Bird Argued, Remake The World Through Deception And Selfserving Alliances? In A Story Rich With Insights And Intrigue, This Book Explores A Key Cold War Episode That Is Still Playing Out Today. Highlights A Pivotal Moment In Cold War History That Set A Course For American Foreign Policy That Is Still Being Followed Today Explores The Dynamics That Put Thailand At The Center Of The Cold War And The Fighting In Neighboring Laos That Escalated From Sideshow To The Largest Covert Operation America Had Ever Engaged In Draws On Personal Recollections And Includes Atmospheric Details That Bring The People, Eventsand The Thailand Of The Timeto Life Written By A Journalist With Extensive Experience In Asian Affairs Who Has Spent Years Investigating Every Aspect Of This Story, Including Thompson'S Tragic Disappearance
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Ideal Man'? A: 'The Ideal Man' explores the life of Jim Thompson, an American spy in Asia, and how he tried to influence U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is written by Joshua Kurlantzick, a journalist with extensive experience in Asian affairs.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Ideal Man' was published on November 1, 2011.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Ideal Man' is a hardcover.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, the book provides insights into Cold War history and explores key events in American foreign policy.
- Q: Does the book include personal anecdotes? A: Yes, it draws on personal recollections and includes atmospheric details about the time and place.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about Thailand during the Cold War? A: The book highlights Thailand's pivotal role in the Cold War and the covert operations involving U.S. forces in the region.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in military history, espionage, and American foreign policy will find this book particularly engaging.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'The Ideal Man' is available in its first edition.