Steve Tatham provides an insider's view of the truth and mythology of Information Operations and a very different perspective to one of the biggest international news stories of the decade - Cambridge Analytica, Trump and the Brexit referendum.  Covering topics such as propaganda, disinformation, and psychological operations, with the rise of fake news this book is an invaluable resource for military personnel seeking to stay informed and vigilant. Whether you're a military professional, intelligence analyst, or simply interested in the topic, this book is essential for understanding the complexities of modern warfare and the impact of information operations. Written by a leading expert in the field, this book offers valuable insights into the tactics and strategies used by adversaries to manipulate public opinion and undermine national security.  
 
Foreword by H.R. McMaster, Former US National Security Advisor
 
'This book captures how information shapes - even dictates - events and outcomes. The masters of managing the information that reaches us in all sorts of ways, and Steve Tatham is a master of over 25 years’ experience, take the rest of us where they want us to go, in peace and in war.'
General Sir Richard Barrons KCB CBE, Former Commander Joint Forces Command
 
'For the first time one of the western world’s most experienced practitioners takes us inside the world of the ‘information operators’, practitioners of the most misunderstood and the most effective form of modern warfare, used by friend and enemy alike.'
Frank Ledwidge, Author Losing Small Wars
 
'Steve Tatham is THE essential voice on info ops. Decades of experience make him the UK's most experienced practitioner and theorist. If you want to know about information operations read this book.'
Dr Mike Martin, Author Why We Fight
 
'Book is good on three things. One is importance of influencing behaviour, not (as usually thought) attitudes & beliefs. Second is importance of understanding population w/ fieldwork, not just online. Third is debunking of the nonsense written on mil role in Cambridge Analytica.'
Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist
 
'Information operations concern everyone in today’s society – Steve Tatham has written for all comers using non-technical language that facilitates easy reading. This is a watershed work that has been meticulously researched..'
The Royal United Services Institute of Victoria
 
'Information Operations now stands in a similar pre-eminent place on my bookshelf and will serve as one of my “go to” recommendations for novices and information professionals alike.'
Key Terrain Cyber
 
'One of the standout features of Tatham's writing is his ability to distill complex concepts into clear, accessible language. He skillfully balances academic rigor with readability, making the book suitable for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field. '
Dirk Schweickhardt, Bundeswehr
 
272 pages I Size: 234 x 156mm
Publication date: 10th May 2024
ISBN: 978 1912440 464 pbk / 978 1912440 467 hbk /
978 1912440 603 EPUB