Introduction to Homeland Security, Second Edition (Butterworth-Heinemann Homeland Security) [Hardcover]

Jane Bullock (Author), George Haddow (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 13, 2006 | ISBN-10: 0750679921 | ISBN-13: 978-0750679923 | Edition: 2

INTRODUCTION TO HOMELAND SECURITY was the first book to provide practitioners, educators, and students with a comprehensive account of the original and ongoing developments in the Department of Homeland Security's reorganization, as well as the practices, policies and programs enacted in relation to the government restructure. The new edition continues to prove the standard in providing the latest information on the developments in national security in the context of DHS.

Continuing in the tradition of the first edition, the book recounts US Government and private sector actions taken since 9/11 in the areas of legislation, government organization, communications, technology, and emergency management practices. It is packed with reference sections, notations directing the reader to relevant publications and websites, and contributions from media reports or experts. Case studies provide insightful guidance for security managers having to deal effectively with similar situations.

· Case Studies included in the book relate the book's topics to real events

· Only Homeland Security title to include an Instructor's Manual with Test Bank to support Academic curricula

· Includes an up-to-date, complete and comprehensive contact list of Federal and State government homeland security offices and officials

· Full color photographs and illustrations throughout

Editorial Reviews

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...a welcome addition to many bookshelves. The book would also be of interest to anyone who wishes to gain a better understanding of the way in which DHS has taken shape. It is an excellent overview and introduction that would be valued at the practitioner and undergraduate level. - Journal of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

For any security manager wishing to know more about critical incidents and who has a need for a single source to start their learning then I cannot recommend this book more highly. An absolute gem of a book. - Professional Security magazine

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Completely revised and updated, with full color throughout!

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 672 pages
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2 edition (April 13, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750679921
• ISBN-13: 978-0750679923
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.7 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #845,657 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

George Haddow is a Principal in the Washington, DC-based disaster management consulting firm of Bullock & Haddow LLC. He has worked on disaster management projects with National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Good Harbor Consulting, Save the Children, The World Bank, the Global Partnership for Preparedness, FEMA, the Corporation for National and Community Service, the US Chamber of Commerce Business Civic Leadership Center, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the Humane Society of the Untied States. Mr. Haddow serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Institute for Crisis, Disaster and Risk Management at George Washington University in Washington, DC. He is the co-author of three university level textbooks including, "Introduction to Emergency Management: Fourth Edition." Mr. Haddow is the former Deputy Chief of Staff to James Lee Witt during his tenure as FEMA Director responsible for policy formulation in the areas of disaster response and recovery, public/private partnerships, public information, environmental protection and disaster mitigation. Mr. Haddow holds a BA from Washington College and a Masters in Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) from the University of New Orleans.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Useful introduction to the many facets of homeland security, May 14, 2007

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This review is from: Introduction to Homeland Security, Second Edition (Butterworth-Heinemann Homeland Security) (Hardcover)

This is one of the first generation texts on homeland security. As such, it has a somewhat ad hoc feel to it, as though these (and other) authors are feeling out just what a text on homeland security is all about. The purpose of the book is described on page xiv: "The intent of this book is to provide a primer on homeland security for emergency managers, students of emergency management, and for the countless public and private sector individuals who find themselves suddenly thrust into the ever-expanding domain of homeland security."

The scope of the book is wide, as it covers a lot of territory. One necessary consequence of this is that coverage of individual topics can be a bit thin. On the other hand, the breadth of coverage is itself a virtue. One must trade off a bit of depth for breadth.

The book begins with a discussion of an historic overview of terrorist threats. As such, it does "set the table" for the rest of the book. However, there is actually very little on terrorists, their tactics, etc. Thus, the chapter seems to be written in something of a contextual vacuum. At some point in the volume, there should probably be a chapter on what we know about terrorists.

The book also explores the statutory and organizational infrastructure for homeland security. The resulting chapters are serviceable. Chapters proceed with coverage of safety and security; mitigation, prevention, and preparedness; response and recovery; communications; technology. The final chapter is forward looking, exploring the future of homeland security; it also considers the lessons learned from the reorganization of FEMA under the Department of Homeland Security.

Thus, while there is a "generic" sense to this book, it covers a great deal of territory and provides a broad-based introduction to the subject of homeland security. As such, a useful volume.