Summary:
The book delves into the life and career of J. Edgar Hoover, the controversial director of the FBI for nearly five decades, exploring his influence on American politics and law enforcement. It examines Hoover's role in shaping the FBI, his methods of surveillance and intelligence gathering, and his impact on the civil rights movement and the political landscape of the 20th century.
Key points:
1. FBI Transformation: J. Edgar Hoover turned the FBI into a major federal agency, introducing modern investigative methods and a national fingerprint database.
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