THE ART OF INTELLIGENCE TRADECRAFT: A Field Training Manual Volume- I

The Art of Intelligence Tradecraft: A Field Training Manual – Volume I unveils the unseen discipline behind effective human intelligence (HUMINT) operations. Written by Dr. R. S. Suryavanshi,PhD, CPP®, a veteran intelligence and security professional with over two decades of service in India’s Central Armed Police Forces, this volume blends practical fieldcraft with professional ethics and psychological insight.Covering source handling, interrogation, surveillance, communication, and cover identity, the manual teaches how to collect, verify, and protect information with precision and restraint. Each chapter includes real-world reflections, training drills, and operational lessons designed for officers, analysts, and students of intelligence.This is not a book about secrets—it’s a guide to understanding human behavior, mastering communication under pressure, and earning trust in silence. Read more