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The Mitrokhin Archive II

The Mitrokhin Archive II

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  • Our take on the The Mitrokhin Archive II

    The Mitrokhin Archive II is the second volume of KGB material smuggled out by Vasili Mitrokhin and written up with historian Christopher Andrew. It maps Soviet intelligence operations across the world, from Asia and Africa to Latin America and the Middle East. It suits readers who want documented history rather than spy thrillers, and it stands with the first volume as a reference work on Cold War espionage. Reviewers call it a scholarly, densely detailed book with revelations on nearly every page.

    Best forCold War history readersEspionage and intelligence buffsResearchers and students of Soviet foreign policyReaders who liked the first Mitrokhin volume
    Pros
    • Drawn from a genuine KGB archive, not reconstruction
    • Covers Soviet operations across many regions, not just one
    • Co-written with a leading historian of Soviet intelligence
    • Reviewers note fresh disclosures throughout
    • Works as a reference to dip into by country or period
    Cons
    • Dense and academic in tone
    • Assumes familiarity with the first volume and Cold War figures
    • Regional chapters can read as a catalogue of names and operations
    • Less narrative drive than popular spy histories

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    What reviewers say

    Reviewers treated the book as a major intelligence event, praising its documentary depth and the scale of its global coverage. They describe it as scholarly and packed with disclosures, while noting it is heavy going for casual readers.

    What people mention
    • ScholarshipPraisedReviewers credit the book as serious, well-sourced history built on genuine archive material.
    • RevelationsPraisedCommentators say it contains fresh disclosures and notable finds throughout.
    • Global scopePraisedIt is valued for covering KGB operations across many regions rather than one country.
    • ReadabilityMixedReviewers find the writing dense and the detail heavy for casual readers.

    About the The Mitrokhin Archive II

    The Mitrokhin Archive II is the second volume drawn from the archive of Russian intelligence material that Vasili Mitrokhin brought to the world. His revelations caused an international sensation.

    This volume sets out the secrets of that cache in full. It shows the extent of the KGB's global power and influence.

    Title
    The Mitrokhin Archive II
    Series
    Second volume of the Mitrokhin Archive
    Subject
    KGB activities and influence worldwide

    Questions and answers

    Do I need to read the first volume first?
    No, but it helps. This volume covers global operations, while the first focuses on KGB work in the West. Readers new to the archive may find the first book a better entry point.
    Is this a narrative or a reference book?
    Mostly a reference. It is organized by region and operation, so it is easier to read in sections than straight through.
    Who wrote it?
    It is co-authored by Vasili Mitrokhin, the KGB archivist who defected with his notes, and Christopher Andrew, a historian of Soviet intelligence.
    How does it differ from the first Mitrokhin Archive?
    The first volume concentrates on KGB activities in Europe and North America. This one extends the picture to Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
    Is it suitable for someone new to Cold War history?
    It is demanding. Some prior knowledge of Soviet intelligence and Cold War figures makes it much easier to follow.
    Where is the The Mitrokhin Archive II cheapest?
    At Backstory, for $26.83, as of our latest check.

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