Conspiracy and coups have existed since humanity began to engage in politics. At all times, ambitious people have challenged the rightful owner of the throne. A crisis of power - economic, political - is fertile ground for a coup, especially a military one. Populist promises of heavenly life are generously distributed. But, as a rule, having achieved their goal, the authorities forget about their promises. The main thing is to protect yourself from potential opponents who are capable of committing a new coup.

This book tells about one hundred of the greatest conspiracies and coups in world history - from the Ancient East to the modern history of the USSR and the USA.