Living Behind the Shield: A Modern Warrior's Path to Bravehood (Paperback)

~ Brian Voncannon (Author)
Key Phrases: basic law enforcement training, field training officer, Living Behind the Shield, North Carolina, Officer Joe (more...)

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Product Description

This book offers the reader a glimpse into the very soul of a law enforcement officer. From the rigors of training to the effects that this career can have on the officer, this book will enlighten the reader whether involved in this field or not. Many unknown burdens of wearing the badge are covered from the author’s own experiences. Although shocking, the realities of law enforcement are revealed from the "driver’s seat". The main thrust of this book is the challenge that officers face each day; however, a message of hope encircles the final chapter. Individuals seeking a career in law enforcement will find the content educational, while veteran officers will see that they are not alone in their daily battles.

About the Author

The author has spent the last ten years of his life as a sworn law enforcement officer. During this time, he decided that both veteran and potential officers would benefit froma text that expressed a behind-the-scenes look into the world of law enforcement from a Christians view.

Product Details

• Paperback: 136 pages
• Publisher: IUniverse (July 28, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595100481
• ISBN-13: 978-0595100484
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,447,922 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From the Author, December 27, 2000

By	Brian E. Voncannon (Concord, NC USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Living Behind the Shield is not just another "cop" book in my opinion. If it were, I probably would not have written it! This book gives you a very different angle while viewing the law enforcement officer both on and off the job. While not geographically specific, I do use North Carolina as an example when explaining what it takes to become an officer. Otherwise, the text is educational for future or veteran officers everywhere.

You will get a brief diary of some calls that I have participated in that left an imprint in my mind. I also give you a glimpse as to what can and does happen in our lives even when the badge comes off at the end of the shift.

Finally, an unexpected message of hope encircles the final chapter that I felt all could benefit from. If you ever wondered what makes us officers "tick", then this book is for you!

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Find a different reviewer!, October 31, 2006

By	Paula K. Freeman - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

For an author to give his own work 5 stars, along with writing a glowing review of his self-published vanity book, is a tacky and tasteless maneuver. Where are the real reviews from the real readers?

Stick to writing Ninja novelettes, Brian Voncannon. And, stop reviewing your own work. It's annoying and unprofessional.