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Braver Men Walk Away
First published in 1993 and now available as an ebook. The bestselling story of one man’s fight against terrorism.
Extraordinary courage, steely professionalism and ruthless determination are vital for the bomb-disposal man who risks his life daily to save others. Peter Gurney MBE, GM & Bar is such a man. In this compelling account of a career on the front line of the fight against crime and international terrorism, he tells
he defuzed the mortar bomb used in the attack on Downing Streetdiscovered the body of his best friend after the Wimpy Bar explosion and then went on to defuze a second devicewas moved to tears by the horror of the Harrods bombingadvised many foreign governments on anti-terrorism, and was an expert witness in the Lockerbie case.Braver Men Walk Away is a fascinating and unique chronicle of an astonishing career, told with the typical humour and modesty of a reluctant hero.
Extraordinary courage, steely professionalism and ruthless determination are vital for the bomb-disposal man who risks his life daily to save others. Peter Gurney MBE, GM & Bar is such a man. In this compelling account of a career on the front line of the fight against crime and international terrorism, he tells
he defuzed the mortar bomb used in the attack on Downing Streetdiscovered the body of his best friend after the Wimpy Bar explosion and then went on to defuze a second devicewas moved to tears by the horror of the Harrods bombingadvised many foreign governments on anti-terrorism, and was an expert witness in the Lockerbie case.Braver Men Walk Away is a fascinating and unique chronicle of an astonishing career, told with the typical humour and modesty of a reluctant hero.
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176 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 1993
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May 17, 2012
Sadly, I think this brilliant account of the leading bomb-disposal expert in the UK during the worst of the terrorist attacks of the seventies and eightes, is now out-of-print. If you come across one anywhere, take my advice and buy it. It's a wonderful read that tells the story of Mr Gurney's professional life, including moments that are very funny as well as being poignant and lethal. Highly recommended.
October 17, 2025
Excellent book
A great read, written by a very brave man, couldn’t put it down once I started reading. Was led to it by another great book…Killing Thatcher by Rory Caroll
A great read, written by a very brave man, couldn’t put it down once I started reading. Was led to it by another great book…Killing Thatcher by Rory Caroll
April 12, 2020
Brilliant read. Could not put down. Very unassuming style
April 1, 2021
Amazing and insightful!
February 3, 2026
Awesome
Great read, a true legend. Peter gives insight and great clarity to a job that in his own words " beggars belief "
Only the Expo's know........ 🙏
Great read, a true legend. Peter gives insight and great clarity to a job that in his own words " beggars belief "
Only the Expo's know........ 🙏
May 6, 2025
A very interesting read.
Although the events are told in a matter of fact, unassuming style the danger of the activities and the courage required to deliberately walk into the danger zone, shines through.
I would not be surprised if many of the people involved in these activities do not suffer from PTSD to at least some degree.
We are very fortunate to benefit from people such as Peter who are prepared to put themselves into danger in order to protect us from danger.
If you have the opportunity to read this book, you should do so.
Although the events are told in a matter of fact, unassuming style the danger of the activities and the courage required to deliberately walk into the danger zone, shines through.
I would not be surprised if many of the people involved in these activities do not suffer from PTSD to at least some degree.
We are very fortunate to benefit from people such as Peter who are prepared to put themselves into danger in order to protect us from danger.
If you have the opportunity to read this book, you should do so.
January 14, 2017
Whether you are interested in the Military and bomb disposal or not, this book is a great read. British humour and a laid back approach to life and death.
November 23, 2021
Fascinating insight
November 4, 2013
Exactly as Zoë Sharp said, though I would emphasize buying a copy if you see it anywhere much more. A good read and highly recommended
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