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Ayoob Files: The Book
In this 223 page book, "Massad F. Ayoob presents gripping analyzes of actual gunfights and their lessons on how tactics, weapons and mindset determine who survives."
- GenresNonfiction
224 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1995
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June 10, 2011
Absolutely must reading for anyone who carries. All of Mas's essays and books are essential reading.
October 24, 2021
This is actually a collection of previously-published magazine articles. It's a bit dated, but does discuss some memorable cases, such as the Rodney King incident.
The author is a long-time member of a New England police department, so it's a bit slanted toward "those in blue can do no wrong". There are also some remarks that I found a bit objectionable, in spite of my support of those in law enforcement. The author isn't a psychologist nor a psychiatrist nor even a criminal profiler, so, for instance, I found his repeated use of the term "psycho killer" a bit objectionable in one of the articles.
Still, for those interested in a more inside account of what went on in a number of different incidents and why court cases came to the verdicts in those cases, this is a good read. Unlike the sensationalism often seen in TV news accounts, this one tells it more like the cases actually occurred.
The author is a long-time member of a New England police department, so it's a bit slanted toward "those in blue can do no wrong". There are also some remarks that I found a bit objectionable, in spite of my support of those in law enforcement. The author isn't a psychologist nor a psychiatrist nor even a criminal profiler, so, for instance, I found his repeated use of the term "psycho killer" a bit objectionable in one of the articles.
Still, for those interested in a more inside account of what went on in a number of different incidents and why court cases came to the verdicts in those cases, this is a good read. Unlike the sensationalism often seen in TV news accounts, this one tells it more like the cases actually occurred.
January 22, 2015
One of the best books compiling practical information for military and law enforcement personnel in harm's way. This contains many pieces of advice and scientifically supported data that provides the reader with a new perspective on arms and violent encounters. As an armed professional, this book may save your life.
February 16, 2009
Some great late 70s and early 80s shootout drama, here, but what is good is Ayoob's breakdown of the events after the fight. Some are harrowing. You get to see trends in personal and Law Enforcement arms and ammo, here, and wonder where the next 10 years will go.
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February 20, 2024On The Cornered Cat's good books and the Active Response Training's recommended reading.
July 30, 2009
Some very, very, very interesting stories about gun fights in the modern day.
January 5, 2014
Good book
May 1, 2015
great book
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