A Handbook on Human Intelligence for Practitioners
Will be published approx. on 28. November 2026
Book
Hardback
448 pages
978-1-0353-2773-7 (ISBN)
Description
This comprehensive Handbook explores Human Intelligence (HUMINT) as a critical component of security, law enforcement and military operations. Leading experts examine the ethical and psychological dimensions of HUMINT while addressing contemporary challenges and future directions.
Contributors investigate key topics such as legislation, accountability, psychological frameworks and the evolving role of technology. They assess ethical dilemmas in HUMINT, advocating for a code of ethics and presenting discussions on military intelligence which position readers at the cutting edge of intelligence evolution. The Handbook argues that future success depends on integrating technology while maintaining human elements, highlighting the importance of strengthening ethical standards and adapting to complex geopolitical environments.
Combining historical analysis with modern lessons, A Handbook on Human Intelligence for Practitioners is an essential resource for law enforcement professionals and government policymakers. Scholars and students of psychology, sociology, law and intelligence studies will also benefit from its actionable insights for understanding human behaviour.
Contributors investigate key topics such as legislation, accountability, psychological frameworks and the evolving role of technology. They assess ethical dilemmas in HUMINT, advocating for a code of ethics and presenting discussions on military intelligence which position readers at the cutting edge of intelligence evolution. The Handbook argues that future success depends on integrating technology while maintaining human elements, highlighting the importance of strengthening ethical standards and adapting to complex geopolitical environments.
Combining historical analysis with modern lessons, A Handbook on Human Intelligence for Practitioners is an essential resource for law enforcement professionals and government policymakers. Scholars and students of psychology, sociology, law and intelligence studies will also benefit from its actionable insights for understanding human behaviour.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Cheltenham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 169 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-0353-2773-7 (9781035327737)
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Persons
Edited by Robert Dover, Professor of Intelligence and National Security and Dean of Faculty, the Hull University Business School, University of Hull, Jordan Nunan, Associate Professor of HUMINT, School of Law, Criminology, and Criminal Justice, University of Northampton and Ian Stanier, Associate Professor of Security and Intelligence Studies, Buckingham Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies, University of Buckingham UK