Head of the Mossad] is a book that has to be studied closely; its not a casual read. It is] written for students of history and foreign affairs. --Ami MagazineAbout author(s):Shabtai Shavit has over fifty years of experience in international security and counterterrorism and is an internationally recognized authority in the field. He served in the Mossad, Israels prestigious intelligence agency, for thirty-two years, eventually rising to the position of director. Previously, he served in the IDF, the Israeli Defense Forces, retiring after a distinguished service in Sayeret Matkal, Israels elite special forces and SWAT unit.