Edward Snowden
What’s inside
Permanent Record is a powerful memoir by Edward Snowden that chronicles his journey from a young computer enthusiast to a whistleblower who exposed the mass surveillance practices of the US government. Snowden delves into his early life, the development of his beliefs about privacy and freedom, and the events that led him to leak thousands of classified documents to the press in 2013. The book offers a detailed look into the inner workings of the intelligence community, the ethical dilemmas Snowden faced, and the global repercussions of his actions. It is both a personal narrative and a thought-provoking exploration of the balance between national security and individual rights.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the implications of mass surveillance
- Gaining insight into the ethical dilemmas faced by whistleblowers
- Exploring the balance between national security and individual privacy
- Learning about the personal and global impact of Snowden’s actions
Key Points
- The making of a whistleblower: Snowden’s early life and career
- The ethical awakening: questioning mass surveillance
- The decision to leak: weighing individual rights vs. national security
- The global fallout: impact of the leaks on politics and privacy
- Life in exile: Snowden’s reflections and current life in Russia
- The fight for privacy: ongoing debates and Snowden’s legacy
Who’s it For
- Privacy advocates
- Readers interested in current affairs
- Fans of political memoirs
- Technology enthusiasts
- Students of law and ethics
About the author
Edward Snowden is a former National Security Agency contractor who became famous worldwide in 2013 after leaking classified information about the US government’s mass surveillance programs. Born in 1983, his actions have sparked global debates about privacy, surveillance, and freedom of information. Snowden is now a prominent advocate for privacy rights and lives in asylum in Russia.