An Introduction to Planetary Defense: A Study of Modern Warfare Applied to Extra-Terrestrial Invasion.
with Travis Taylor, contributions by Charles Anding and T. Conley Powell, BrownWalker Press, February 2006.
An Introduction to Planetary Defense provides a sound statistical calculation of the range of probabilities that there is intelligent life on other celestial bodies. Further, if describes a serious scientifically-grounded look at defending the planet in the event of an extra-terrestrial invasion. Drs Travis Taylor and Bob Boan, et al, have written the definitive book on the defense of earth against a potential alien incursion. The book also serves as an important primer on the potential future of warfare on every level. It is tightly grounded in current day realities of war and extrapolates thoughtfully but closely about future potentials. It should be on the reading list of anyone who is serious about national security and the future of war.
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"When the Aliens finally invade the Earth, you may wish you had listened to Travis Taylor and Bob Boan. And if the invasion follows the plot of a typical Hollywood blockbustr, they might also be the guys called in at the last minute to save the day." - Scott Hillis, Rueters
“In a business that strictly separates technology and conjecture, this is a well considered, very comprehensive work. United States Space is a serious business, but what IF there is an external threat?” - Dr Byron Knight, NRO Chief Scientist, MASINT
“It looks like the time has come to take a serious look at planetary defense from all aspects. This book introduces the subject in a way to stir thoughtful and intelligent debate. Hats off to the authors.” - Gerald B. Helman, former US Ambassador to the UN Geneva and Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs
"...the difinitive book on the defense of the Earth against a potential alien incursion.... the book also serves as an important primer on the potential future of warfare on every level. It is tightly grounded in current day realities of war and extrapoltes thougthfully but closely about future potentials. It should be on the reading list of anyone who is serious about national security and the future of war." - John Ringo, New York Times, Bestselling Military Sci-Fi Author
"...they are serious!" - Fox News Channel
"Travis Taylor and Bob Boan give us an idea of what to do when the aliens land." - The View From Silverhorn Mountain |