Monumental journalistic research. Sensational details from the life of al-Qaeda leaders and the history of the group’s emergence. An incredible story about men confronting religious fanatics - FBI Special Agent John O'Neill and leading CIA officers. Interesting and little-known facts from the biography of Osama bin Laden, chronology of events, terrorist plans. The reasons for the failure of Western intelligence services, which failed to prevent a crushing blow to America.• Bestseller in 25 countries of the world• American National Book Award• Pulitzer Prize• Best book of the year according to Time, Newsweek, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, The New York Times Book Review