Sam Spade. Philip Marlowe. Magnum. The American public has long been fascinated by private eyes. A multitude of movies, TV shows, and novels bears witness to this. Yet, few people see beyond the romanticized Hollywood mystique to what private investigators really do. This entertaining and informative book gives you an inside look at today's investigation business.
Eight top investigators, all with different specialties, tell you how they got into the business and reveal the tricks they use to solve their cases. Go behind the scenes to learn the latest on investigating murder and mayhem, using high-tech listening or spying devices, tailing someone, going undercover, procuring evidence, conducting interrogations, using public records, and working with police departments and government agencies.
This is a must for anyone considering becoming a private investigator, as well as for those already in the business who want a peek at the proven techniques of other PIs.
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