Includes bibliographical references and index.

The fundamentals. Principles of personal protection -- Daily security. Security at home -- Motor vehicle and route security -- Safety for your children -- Unwanted attention : crowds, cranks & stalkers -- Travelling in safety. Security while overseas -- Survival. Have you been targeted? -- Hostage & kidnapping survival -- The corporate scene. The corporate obligation -- Seeking professional help -- More practical issues. Some classical examples -- Evasive driving skills -- An insight into electronic surveillance -- Improvised explosive devices -- Self defence -- Personal profile.