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| The Truth About Self Protection | 
 enlarge | Author: Massad F. Ayoob
Publisher: Police Bookshelf
Category: Book
List Price: $9.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  26 reviews
Sales Rank: 34949
Media: Paperback
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 6.9 x 4.2 x 1.2
ISBN: 0936279133
Dewey Decimal Number: 364
UPC: 749522007998
EAN: 9780936279138
ASIN: 0936279133
Publication Date: 1983
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 The Truth About Self Protection January 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book hasn't updated in a few years, the internet isn't mentioned in it.
I think that a lot of the book could be condensed into fewer pages. All and all for the price, it is a bargain. A lot of useful information.
Very Comprehensive Overview September 3, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
The most comprehensive overview of "self-protection" available. Sections are broken out in a very logical arrangement; understanding the threat, passive safety measures, active measures and what to do after an incident. Not only does Ayoob cover those things you should do (buy good locks) but he also covers those things you should not do (booby traps). He explains the reasons behind his recommendations so you understand the thought process.
As many have said, there is a large amount of dated information in this book. The chapter on telephones is woefully inadequate. Rather quaint to read about somebody recommending touch tone phones because they are the newest advance in technology. The chapters on dogs are very interesting, especially since I am not a "pet person". I'd love to see this section updated to include the proliferation of "pit bulls" in society. It's been a long time since I have seen anyone with a Doberman.
A worthwhile addition to you library. It helps the reader expand their thought process to consider virtually everything in their environment and how it can increase or decrease their level of personal security.
DATED BUT WORTH READING. August 20, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Ayoob explores all facets of self protection and defense. The technical parts of the book are very dated and in need of revision (not Ayoob's fault, things change). Alarm systems, cell phones, handgun design & ammo, locking devices, car alarms, etc. are all far more advanced than in the early 80's when this book was written. Concealed weapon carry laws for law abiding citizens are almost universal now unlike in the 80's (except on the left coast and other bastions of liberal government mistrust of self reliance). The theory parts are still very valid and worth reading. The tactics of avoiding confrontation and the legal and psychological effects of engaging in self defense are mandatory reading. The book is worth buying solely for the theory portions. Ayoob needs to update the book and reissue the book. I would buy the updated version.
Informative if a bit far-out in places August 9, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Some of the advice in this book is a bit far-out. There's a chapter on survivalism in the event of cataclysmic event (did you know you should have a warren of rabbits on hand to breed food for yourself? Never mind that your rabbits will be eating their own weight in grain) and another chapter on maneuvers a would-be victim can supposedly perform in their car to escape danger (if the assailant is kind enough to stand directly in front of your car while you have the ignition on, you can run them over). That being said, some sections like the discussion of window and door locks and structurally-sound designs for the house to resist intruders are really excellent if you're as much of a home security buff as I am. The author goes into great detail about the best types of locks and security systems to buy to keep one's home both safe from potential intruders and yet escapable in case of fire or other emergency. The section on the pros and cons of various types of handguns, probably what makes this book most famous, is also very informative.
 BS-free personal protection info November 6, 2006
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book will give you an important glimpse into the dangers of violent crime present to any civilian and practical and effective countermeasures, running the whole spectrum from passive security like strong locks and doors to active self-defense techniques and responsible use and storage of firearms for personal defense, along with a lot more. For anyone concerned about the safety of themselves and theirs, this book is essential.
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