Defectors

"Defectors" explores the daring journeys of individuals fleeing the Soviet Union during the Cold War, revealing how their unauthorized escapes through land, sea, and air influenced global politics and border governance. The book examines the intense rivalry among intelligence agencies in pursuit of defectors across various regions and scenarios, from Europe to the South China Sea. Although defection has largely faded since the Cold War, this work highlights its lasting impact on international border policies and the refugee system.