The Powder Blue Negligee: MEMOIRS OF A PROBATION OFFICER [Paperback]

Kurt Niemann (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 22, 2008

Through the eyes of a frontline officer, these tales are raucous, fun, and heartbreaking in equal measure. Loosely autobiographical, The Powder Blue Negligee: Adventures of a Probation Officer by Kurt Niemann is a stunning debut that imparts a few unforgettable memories of a career spent in service. Beginning as a rookie on probation detail in the late 1960s and becoming a member of a multi-agency unit, then finally as the designer and coordinator of the first juvenile detention officer academy in the state of Arizona, this officer has seen it all and then some. In fact, he sets the standard of what it takes to keep an eye on the bad guys—and the good ones—all the while keeping his wits, wisdom, and sense of humor about him. From dealing with car thieves, prostitutes, and hoodlums, these adventures are often lighthearted, at times surreal and always entertaining.

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About the Author

After serving in the United States Marine Corps, Kurt Niemann attained a master’s degree in criminal justice from Arizona State University. In the past, he has worked as a charter pilot, a flight instructor, and as a probation officer. He was named “Detention Officer of the Year” by Maricopa County, Arizona and by the State of Arizona. A martial arts enthusiast, he studies Kenpo, Kung Fu and Tai Chi and is currently a sixth level master instructor in Tai Chi. He and his wife have five children and live in rural central Arizona.

Product Details

• Paperback: 358 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (September 22, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1439202001
• ISBN-13: 978-1439202005
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #254,976 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book! Highly recommend!, December 19, 2008

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I FOUND "THE POWDER BLUE NEGLIGEE" TO BE A EASY, FUN AND INFORMATIVE READ. ONCE I STARTED THE BOOK I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN. BEING IN THE LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSION I ASSOCIATED WITH MANY OF THE STORIES IN THE BOOK AND FOUND MYSELF WANTING TO KEEP READING BECAUSE I WANTED TO KNOW IF I COULD RELATE TO THE AUTHOR'S NEXT EXPERIENCE. THE BOOK ALSO GIVES THOSE OUTSIDE THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM AN HONEST LOOK INSIDE THE SYSTEM. I WOULD DEFINATELY RECOMMEND READING THE BOOK.
Detective Ben Cammenga - Kent County Law Enforcement

5.0 out of 5 stars A true look at life in law enforcement, January 10, 2011

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This was a very easy read and I found myself smiling as I read about the escapades of some of the characters. This would make a great TV series, as it provides a view into law enforcement we rarely see or hear about.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!, May 22, 2009

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This book gives a great inside into the world of a probation officer. Is written with some humor and the stories are easy and fun to read.