Book Launch: Spies in History From the Ancient World to the Silver Screen
The Center for Statecraft and Strategic Communication, in collaboration with Bokförlaget Stolpe and organised by the AJI Intelligence and Security Programme, warmly invites you to the official launch of Spies in History: From the Ancient World to the Silver Screen.
Spanning centuries and continents, the volume brings together leading intelligence scholars to examine some of the most influential and elusive figures in the history of espionage. From intelligence practices in the ancient world to representations of spies in modern popular culture, the book explores how covert actors have shaped politics, warfare, and public imagination.
The launch will feature a panel discussion moderated by Dr. Matthew Hefler, with contributions from:
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Dr. Rikard Westerberg, Director, Center for Statecraft and Strategic Communication, SSE
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Dr. Ronan Mainprize, AJI Postdoctoral Fellow, SSE
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Dr. Martin Neuding Skoog, Swedish Defence University
The conversation will examine the historical role of intelligence and covert action in international affairs, and reflect on why espionage continues to captivate audiences across generations.
Time: 18:00–19:30 (followed by drinks and light refreshments)
Location: Peter Wallenberssale (A550), Stockholm School of Economics
Sveavägen 65, Stockholm
Copies of the book will be available for purchase in both English and Swedish.
The event is organised with support from the Ax:son Johnson Institute for Statecraft and Diplomacy and held in cooperation with Bokförlaget Stolpe AB and the Akademiska Officerssällskapet i Stockholm.