Sniper, 2nd Edition: Training, Techniques and Weapons

By Peter Brookesmith

Book Overview

The first written use of the word "sniper" was in a soldier's letter from India in 1773, and in fact, the slaying of King Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 by an enemy archer may well be one of the earliest recorded instances of the art of the sniper. Tracing the role played by this unique soldier, from the time of the English Civil War and the American Revolutionary War to the Gulf War and Bosnia, Sniper also goes behind the scenes at the world's top sniper schools and shows what it takes to zero in on a human target from over half a mile away and then disappear before anyone even knows you're there. With riveting real-life anecdotes, detailed information on sniper rifles and ammunition, and in-depth diagrams explaining sniper tactics in the field, Sniper represents a unique and comprehensive volume on this specialized art of war. This second edition is updated for developments over the past five years, including new technology and the military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. "Engrossing." --"Publishers Weekly" "Comprehensive." --"Military Book Club"

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312362900
• ISBN13: 9780312362904
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.7" x 0.7" x 7.7"

Customer Reviews

Great overall view

I myself have just got into precision shooting and was interested for many years on the "mystic" topic of the Sniper. So for someone that did not have experience as a Sniper, I found this book a great educational tool. It gave me a real feel for what it would be like and what it would take. Now maybe for someone with years of experience, this book would seem basic and trivial. But for most reader's that have not been in the Military or Law Enforcement, this book gives a well rounded view and description on what it IS to be a Sniper. So if you are a novice like me and want to learn or are just curious on what it takes to be a Sniper then this book is for you. Because when you are finished the book you will find yourself wanting to read it again...and to me that what it takes to be a good book.

Good Book

This book is one of the best sniper books ever written. Me being a former sniper has found this book to be extremely accurate. This book flows very well also. I would highly recommend buying this book.