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Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security

Edward Snowden
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Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2021

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Edward Snowden

Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Various Locations • 2000s-2010s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security, Edward Snowden shares his personal journey from NSA contractor to whistleblower. He exposes widespread government surveillance practices and discusses the ethical implications of mass data collection on individuals' privacy and security.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

53,879 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

In Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security, Edward Snowden offers a compelling personal narrative and crucial insight into the world of government surveillance. While praised for its clarity and thought-provoking content, some readers find it dense with technical jargon. Overall, it's a significant, eye-opening read.

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Who Should Read Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security?

A reader who would enjoy Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security by Edward Snowden is likely interested in current events, digital privacy, and whistleblowing. They may also enjoy 1984 by George Orwell and Bad Blood by John Carreyrou.

4.3

53,879 ratings

85%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Various Locations • 2000s-2010s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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