Robert O'Harrow Livres

Focusing on General Montgomery C. Meigs, this narrative highlights his pivotal yet often overlooked role in the Civil War. Celebrated by key figures like Abraham Lincoln and William Seward, Meigs was instrumental in organizing and building the Union Army, ultimately shaping the path to victory. The book delves into his contributions and the complexities of his character, revealing the story of a genius whose efforts were crucial to the war's outcome, despite his lack of recognition in history.

In this chilling narrative, award-winning Washington Post reporter Robert O'Harrow uncovers the frightening new alliance between government and business - the security - industrial complex. For years private companies have gathered all kinds of information about consumers and sold it for profit. Since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, they have sold it to the government. In return, they have received vastly expanded resources and freedom from legal restraint. Every aspect of our lives is now recorded and tracked. For us there is literally No Place to Hide.