Practical Instruction for Detectives: A Complete Course in Secret Service Study
1921
Law & Criminology
Practical Instruction for Detectives: A Complete Course in Secret Service Study, written by Emmerson Wain Manning and first published in 1921, serves as a comprehensive guide for aspiring detectives. The book addresses the growing demand for skilled detectives during a time of rising crime rates, emphasizing the need for practical training and common sense in investigative work. Manning draws from his extensive experience in private detective agencies to outline essential techniques and methods, such as shadowing and burglary investigations, necessary for effective crime detection.
