The Bodyguard's Bible
The Definitive Guide to Close Protection
The Bodyguard’s Bible by James Brown is the definitive guide to the world of close protection—based not on Hollywood myth, but on years of hard-won, real-world experience. Packed with practical demonstrations, proven techniques, and professional insights, this comprehensive manual distils a lifetime of operational knowledge into an essential resource for anyone serious about personal security.
Spanning 400 large-format pages and featuring over 150 photographs and illustrations (all faithfully reproduced in the Kindle edition), The Bodyguard’s Bible is a heavyweight in every sense. This is not a glossy tale of dark glasses and fast cars, but a serious, detailed exploration of what it truly takes to operate as a professional bodyguard in real-life scenarios.
Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced operator, this book offers unmatched depth and clarity.
American Security Management Magazine called it “a well-written book with 38 chapters that flow nicely, informing the reader and maintaining his or her interest… Brown does an excellent job of disassociating ‘bouncers’ from security professionals who protect the rich, famous, and powerful.”
Professional Security Magazine hailed it as “a definitive guide to CP… a hefty manual that covers the works. Brown’s achievement is to describe close protection as it should be.”
Used in training programs worldwide, The Bodyguard’s Bible is widely recognised as the cornerstone text of the close protection industry. If you’re serious about understanding the profession, this is the book you need.
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ABOUT the AUTHOR
James Brown is a seasoned security professional whose career in close protection spans more than 30 years. From safeguarding celebrities, royalty, and high-net-worth individuals to managing complex international security operations, he has operated at the highest levels of the industry.
In 1988, James founded Excel Protection, one of Europe’s most respected close protection agencies and training academies. Under his leadership, Excel became known for producing elite protection officers—many of whom have gone on to serve members of the British Royal Family and internationally recognised figures.
After decades on the front lines, James transitioned into consultancy, bringing his deep operational knowledge into strategic advisory roles. His work continues to shape the standards and practices of the close protection industry worldwide.