The Bodyguard's Bible by James Brown is a thorough guide on close protection, drawing on years of real-world experience and practical application. This manual distills demonstrations, techniques, and insights gained from extensive practice and experimentation. The printed version runs to 400 large pages with over 150 photographs and illustrations, all preserved in the Kindle edition.
This is not a sensationalist account filled with machine pistols and men in sunglasses. It is written for people who are serious about understanding the realities of bodyguard work and close protection. If your aim is a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to be a bodyguard in real-life situations, this is the book for you.
What the reviewers said
The Bodyguard's Bible is a well-written book with 38 chapters that flow nicely, informing the reader and holding interest throughout. Brown does an excellent job of disassociating "bouncers" from the security professionals who protect the rich, famous and powerful. American Security Management Magazine
Brown has done a service with this definitive guide to CP. It is a hefty manual that covers the works. Brown's achievement is to describe close protection as it should be. Professional Security Magazine
The book is recognised as the definitive guide within the close protection industry and is required reading for numerous close protection training programmes around the world. It lives up to its reputation as the Bodyguard's Bible.
About the author
James Brown has moved from active close protection duties to a role as a security consultant, swapping the front line for a desk. Over a career spanning more than 30 years as a Close Protection Officer, he has safeguarded a diverse clientele including celebrities, royalty, businessmen and the ultra-wealthy.
In 1988 he established Excel Protection, a respected close protection agency and training school in Europe. Under his guidance the school produced bodyguards who have provided security for members of the British Royal Family and international celebrities.