Bowman, ed., Gary W. et al. Privatizing Correctional Institutions. New Brunswick, NJ: Transaction Publishers. Call Number: HV 9469 .P76 1993
Abstract: A foreword by Warren E. Burger sets the tone for this work which promotes experimentation with private industry in corrections due to the dismal failures of some of the state-run facilities in certain parts of the country. Sixteen chapters in this work cover various aspects of prison privatization. Topical areas are non-sequential, and at times, contradictory for pro and con purposes, with highlighted topics being (1) partial privatization of prison operations: let’s give it a chance, (2) how they may threaten prisoner’s rights, (3) for profit jails: a risky business and (4) how they are low cost, high quality, and a good fit.

George, Bruce and Mark Button. Private Security. Comanche, TX: Perpetuity Press, 2000.
Call Number: HV 8290 .G460 2000 v.1
Abstract: A British perspective on the rise of private policing in that country. Major sections provide an introduction to the topic, its organizations, services, and products, case studies focusing on different security sectors (i.e. retail, aviation, entertainment, and defense), and regulatory requirements to protect the public. Helpful tables and figures provided and a good reference section on British publications on this topic.

Bunker, Robert J. and Steve Marin. “Executive Outcomes: Mercenary Corporation OSINT Guide.” Fort Leavenworth, KS: Foreign Military Studies Office, U.S. Army, July 1999.
Internet: http://fmso.leavenworth.army.mil/documents/merc.htm.
Abstract: An early resource on one of the new mercenary corporations. This work provides a bibliography on Executive Outcomes (EO), a now defunct South African mercenary corporation, which operated from 1989 to 1998 as “mining and oil industry shock troops” [Note: components of EO morphed into other PMCs that still exist to this day]. The work is divided into EO homepage and documents, traditional sources, and website electronic sources with 234 references.

Journal of International Peace Operations. Internet: http:www.ipoaonline.org
Abstract: This journal was first published in October 2004 and while bi-monthly has averaged 4-5 issues per year. The publisher is the International Peace Operations Association (IPOA), founded in April 2001, which serves as the advocacy and educational arm for a consortium of private military corporations such as Blackwater, Military Professional Resources, Inc, (MPRI), and similar firms.

Logan, Charles H. Private Prisons: Cons and Pros. New York: Oxford University Press, 1990.
Call Number: HV 9469 .L64 1990
Abstract: Takes a con and pro look at prison privatization and begins with state and market forces concerning imprisonment, a descriptive overview, and a discussion of the issues, debates, and arguments concerning private prisons and their propriety. The bulk of the book then focuses on a number of these issues, a sampling of which are, cost and efficiency, security, liability, corruption, and dependence. A conclusion is then provided which sees the future of private prisons as secure and offers up quite a number of benefits that stem from their use.

Matthews, ed. Roger. Privatizing Criminal Justice. London, England: Sage Publications, 1989.
Call Number: HV 9304 .P75 1989
Abstract: A combination of contributors from the United Kingdom and the U.S. provide essays on private prisons, especially in North America, private policing, and electronic monitoring devices for prisoners. The essays utilize extensive end notes and references and are academic in nature.

McLeod, Ross. Parapolice: a revolution in the business of law enforcement. Toronto, Canada: Boheme Press, 2002. Call Number: HV 8291 .C2 M35 2002
Abstract: A Canadian perspective on private policing written by a former professor and now CEO of Intelligarde, a private security corporation. Advocate of proactive policing based on a ‘parapolice’ model which provides protective and community police-like services public policing can’t or won’t provide. The work provides insights into the CEO’s entry and experiences in private policing and how his corporation has become a recognized force in the industry in Canada. Corporate culture and the futures of parapolicing are also discussed.

Nicholson, Nick. A Guide to Executive Protection. Comanche, TX: Perpetuity Press, 2001.
Call Number: HV 8290 .N53 2001
Abstract: The work was created for executive services managers who need to know how to conduct executive protection. This is a lean and no nonsense work that lays out protection criteria based on plans, response, organization, technical, emergency, communications, and threat assessment components. It also contains appendices based on differing types of security plans: office, resident, high threat, airport, special events, and route security.

Pastor, James F. The Privatization of Police in America. Jefferson, NC: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, 2003. Call Number: HV 8291 .U6 P37 2003
Abstract: Broad overview of the implications of private policing with chapters focusing on concepts, history, economic, judicial, and functional components of this national trend. A case study is given of a private police patrol contract in a south side of Chicago neighborhood. Issues of a ‘dual system’ protection system— one for the wealthy and one for the poor— is also discussed.

Scahill, Jeremy. Blackwater: The Rise of the World’s Most Powerful Mercenary Army.
New York: Nation Books, 2007. Call Number: DS 79.76 .S332 2007
Abstract: Written by a liberal investigative journalist as an expose of Blackwater contracts and activities on behalf of the U.S. government in Iraq and, to a far lesser extent, New Orleans in the aftermath of Katrina. Extremely well researched work with specific spotlights on Erik Prince, Coffer Black, and Joseph Schmitz and the theoconservative movement. Also contains a fascinating treatment of Chilean mercenaries and the workings of the world of private armies.

Security Management. Availability: Periodicals Section.
Abstract: A long running and respected magazine for private security professionals published by the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), Alexandria, VA. Each issue is divided into feature articles and smaller departments containing book reviews, legal reports, marketplace, international, and other topical areas of interest. The publication is very traditional and businesslike in its approach.

Sennewald, Charles A. Security Consulting. 3rd Ed. Amsterdam, Holland: Elsevier, Inc., 2004.
Call Number: HV 8290 .S47 2004
Abstract: An informative how-to book for those wishing to establish a private security consulting career. Virtually all aspects of the profession are covered over the course of the work’s fifteen chapters. Some examples of these chapters are security consulting as a profession, the proposal and the contract, the consultant’s report, fees and expenses, the need for professional growth, and insurance and liability issues. Of note is a chapter on the three legs of successful security consulting: knowledge of specialty, knowledge of “the business of doing business”, and knowledge of marketing. Appendices with sample contracts, agreements, and best practices also provided.

Shichor, David and Michael J. Gilbert. Privatization in Criminal Justice: Past, Present, and Future. Cincinnati, OH: Anderson Publishing, Co., 2001. Call Number: HV 9469 .P756 2001
Abstract: Well thought out study with numerous academic and professional contributors. The work is divided into major sections on the history and development of criminal justice privatization, privatization of justice system components, case studies, methodological issues and epilogue, references, index, and biographical sketches. Chapters within the major sections are in turn divided into sub-chapters making the finding of content and concepts extremely easy for the reader. The trend towards the privatization of adjudication (i.e. the use of private judges) spotlighted in this work represents an additional level of concern.

Silverstein, Ken. Private Warriors. New York: Verso, 2000. Call Number: HD 9743 .U6 S54 2000
Abstract: A scathing journalistic work with its primary focus on the interrelationship of the arms industry, retired and former military personnel, and the US government. These private warriors, with financial interests in war and the right political connections, are pushing for a continuation of Cold War military policy that benefits only them. Of specific interest is Chapter 4, Mercenary, Inc. The work suffers from a complete lack of references.

Singer, Peter W. Corporate Warriors: the Rise of the Privatized Military Industry. Ithaca, NY: Cornell University, Press, 2003. Call Number: HD 9743 .A2 S56 2003
Abstract: One of the first and most important books on this topic undertaken by an analyst at the Brookings Institution, it helped to educate much of the informed public concerning the rise of global military corporations and has had quite an effect on subsequent thinking on this matter. The work is divided into major sections on the rise of private military corporations, their organization and operation, and the implications of this global shift to mercenary forces. Also contains a solid bibliography.

Soldier of Fortune: The Journal of Professional Adventurers. Availability: Periodicals Section.
Abstract: A long running magazine published monthly by Soldier of Fortune, Inc., Boulder, CO. Primarily a tactical level publication, with some operational and world events material, that looks globally at special forces, private security, and mercenary activity and exploits. Strong focus on combat weaponcraft, snipers, improvised explosive devices, terrorist and insurgent activity, belligerent foreign leaders, heavily armed gangs, warlords, and piracy. Lots of tactical combat and weapons pictures.

Thompson, Leroy. The Bodyguard Manual: Protection Techniques of the Professionals. London, England: Greenhill Books, 2003. Call Number: HV 8290 .T57 2003
Abstract: Written by a professional bodyguard, a comprehensive how-to bible of bodyguard protection techniques are provided in this tactically oriented publication. The work contains a comprehensive listing of bodyguard tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), numerous tactical diagrams for bodyguard and car positioning to protect a VIP, and checklists for threat assessments, city and public venues, and daily operations.

Turbiville, Graham Hall. “Outlaw Private Security Firms: Criminal and Terrorist Agendas Undermine Private Security Alternatives.” Global Crime 7, No. 3-4. (August-November 2006): 561-582. Notes: Special issue on Criminal-States and Criminal-Soldiers. Abstract: Written by one of the premier experts in the field. Unique and cutting edge essay on the use of “private security firm cover” to benefit criminal and terrorist group activities. Identifies jihadist intent and activity to penetrate and co-op private security firms and the need for law enforcement to respond to this new threat.

Understanding the Privatization of National Security. Chicago, IL: McCormick Tribune Foundation, 2006. Call Number: UA 23 .U448 2002
Abstract: A special conference took place on May 11-12, 2006 in Wheaton, IL, on the topic of private military corporations (PMCs). The gathering was attended by forty distinguished legal scholars, first responders, military personnel and theorists, and other representatives from the governmental, non-governmental organization (NGO), and private sector. Main areas of discussion were the roles assumed by PMCs and their responsibilities and legal and humanitarian concerns.

Compiled by Dr. Robert J. Bunker, 2007 FIR, 6/07.