| View Larger Image | The Counterterrorism Handbook: Tactics, Procedures, and Techniques, Second Edition | Hardcoverby Frank Bolz Jr. (Author), Kenneth J. Dudonis (Author), David P. Schulz (Author)
| List Price: | $94.95 | |
| | Binding: | Hardcover | | Publisher: | CRC | | Edition: | 2nd Edition | | Page Count: | 296 Pages | | Publication Date: | July 30, 2001 | | Sales Rank: | 576,253th |
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Product Description
The only way to deal effectively with terrorism is to have a thorough understanding of its present-day characteristics. Who is involved and what weapons and tactics are they likely to use? The players on the counterterrorism team need to take stock of what is in their tool kits; what works and what doesn't work; and what new capabilities need to be developed in order to face not only today's terrorist, but tomorrow's as well.The Counterterrorism Handbook: Tactics, Procedures, and Techniques lays out a comprehensive strategy of how to deal with an entire range of possible terrorist incidents in a language friendly to first responders, policymakers, and security personnel. It covers everything from bombings and hostage-taking, to nuclear terrorism and what needs to be done before, during, and after an event.The authors each bring to the table unique insights and real-world experiences based on years in the counterterrorism field. Their hands-on knowledge of the topic infuse the book with a down-to-earth practicality often missing from other counterterrorism studies. The Counterterrorism Handbook: Tactics, Procedures, and Techniques is a must-read for anyone who may have to cope with a serious terrorist attack. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 3 reviews)
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some useful advice by W Boudville (Terra, Sol 3)  4 Stars
October 01, 2006
The book came out in 2002 and was certainly written before the events of September 2001. Certainly seems germane nowadays. It tries to systematically study terrorism. Its causes and its tactics. Needless to say, when I turn to the index and look up hijacking, none of the book's instances refer to the possibility of kamikazes. This is how we can tell that it was written before September 2001.
The book is mostly concerned with counterterrorism methods, of course. Much of this very relevant. Practical advice that can be taken regardless of the ideologies of the terrorists. There are no real surprises here in terms of techniques. Though the book does have some insightful anecdotes about actual events.
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Highlighting by A. Cupernall  5 Stars
November 14, 2005
I looked inside the book and there is aliitle bit of highlighting where info was found to be of some importance.
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A book which should be read by all first responders... by John A.Cote (Kladno Czech Republic) 5 Stars
February 09, 2002
This book gives you the vital information you need to perform your duties as a first responder as well as showing security and safety managers what is expected of them also. The information is given in bite size chunks so as to aid in the retention of the material. The pictures and tables are very helpful in getting the key ideas across. The case studies of both the Oklahoma and first WTC attack are noteworthy for their detail. If you are responsible for the safety of persons or a first responder this is one book you should read and take to heart.
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