the average person is prone to consider "lock picking" as a standard modus operandi for any would be burglar.

The purpose of this book is to shed light on the subject of lock picking and better equip the reader to make the proper decisions concerning physical security. There will be those who will consider publishing this book as a contribution to the training of potential criminals. Those so naive may rest assured that any among us possessing larcenous intent already know this subject well, if lock picking happens to be a needed skill.