1 / 7The Ultimate Guide to CIA Skills, Tactics, and Techniques
The Ultimate Guide to CIA Skills, Tactics, and Techniques presents John Kiriakou’s claimed CIA-informed guidance on lie detection, disappearing and living off the grid, and surveillance awareness. The listing describes a 528-page English-language book, but customer feedback is mixed on value and readability.
At a glance
- The listing divides the book into sections on lying and lie detection, disappearing and living off the grid, and surveillance and surveillance detection.
- The description attributes the guidance to former CIA counterterrorism officer John Kiriakou.
- At 528 pages, it is a substantial print book rather than a brief introduction.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers several related themes, from deception and surveillance to digital privacy and disappearing off the grid.
- The listing provides a substantial stated print length of 528 pages.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Tucker Carlson Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 24 Sept. 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 528 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1683585503 |
| Weight listed | 476 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.24 x 3.56 x 22.86 cm |
| ISBN-10 | 168358550X |
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What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The description presents the techniques as practical guidance, but the listing does not establish that its claims or methods are independently validated. Consider whether the book's focus and approach fit your needs.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in espionage-related accounts of lie detection, surveillance awareness and personal privacy.
- Buyers looking for an in-depth print book spanning multiple intelligence-themed topics.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a short introduction or a book with independently substantiated practical methods.
- Readers who prefer consistently brisk or clearly value-rated books, given mixed customer feedback on pacing and value.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as informative and insightful, but also reports mixed views on whether it is worth the money and whether it is boring. The aggregate ratings are mixed rather than uniformly positive. For readers considering a long guide on surveillance, deception and privacy, the reported readability and value concerns matter alongside the broad topic coverage. Ratings do not establish the accuracy of the book’s claimed techniques.
Positive themes
- Some customers describe the book as informative and insightful.
Negative themes
- Some customers question whether it is worth the money.
Mixed feedback
- Customer feedback is divided on readability, with some finding the book boring.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does the book cover?
The listing describes sections on lying and lie detection, disappearing and living off the grid, and surveillance and surveillance detection.
How long is the book?
The listing states a print length of 528 pages.
What do customers report about the book?
Feedback describes it as informative and insightful, while also reporting disagreement about value and some readers finding it boring.
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