Code Warriors

"Code Warriors" by Stephen Budiansky offers a comprehensive and engaging history of the NSA, tracing its origins from World War II codebreaking to its prominent role during the Cold War. The book delves into the challenges faced by cryptanalysts, highlighting both their remarkable successes and notable failures, while providing technical insights and context for understanding the agency's evolution. With new documents and detailed appendices, it presents a nuanced perspective on the agency’s long-standing pursuit of secrecy and surveillance, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in intelligence history.