"Time for a bit of scum bag cleansing"...
In this eye-opener of a book, the author records the 'more unusual and violent incidents' in his career as a bouncer. It may shock you to realise exactly the risks that bouncers take on the doors of night clubs and pubs, and even at private functions. If the bouncer is to 'show no fear', he must build up strong mental and physical toughness through disciplined training.
The author gets plenty of opportunities to try out the techniques he learns in the gym, whether it's a stranglehold or a right hook. If you have a run-in with some 'weekend warriors', words are simply not enough to deal with it.
But this is not a disheartening story of mindless aggression. Some incidents are really funny, and the author's colourful language and wry humour help soften the blows when they come. Read this book, and next time you'll spare a thought for the bouncer who takes the crap so you don't have to.
A compelling and heart felt book, honestly written with
no-holds barred. This journey through an intense period of the authors' life captures an experience that ultimately changes his
life's direction and outlook completely. The book not only documents the downfall of the 21st century pub goer but also exposes the psyche
of the individuals who choose to work front of house. "Show no fear" has opened my eyes to another world that I had previously never given a
second thought to. I will never look at Doormen in the same way again.
Reviewer from Amazon.co.uk:
Anne-Marie from London
This is a result of a diary, a book that delves into the murky world of the bouncer from Bill's personal
perspective. Bill worked the door for four years and the book collects some of the more 'colourful' incidents during that period...
If you like Geoff Thompson's earlier biographical work, then this is right up your street, full of vivid encounters, unsavoury characters and ripe language, told in a personable manner with a measure of wit...
Show No Fear makes all the right noises and is a fast-paced compact read. To put it bluntly, if you like this sort of thing
Carson's book will be the dog's b****cks!...
Combat Magazine - Book Review
® Bill Carson Books, 2012. All Rights Reserved.
Follow me on
