The definitive guide on how to prepare for any crisis--from global financial collapse to a pandemic
It would take only one unthinkable event to disrupt our way of life. If there is a terrorist attack, global pandemic, or sharp currency devaluation, you will be forced to fend for yourself in ways you’ve never imagined. Where would you get water? How would you communicate with relatives who live in other states? What would you use for fuel?
Survivalist expert James Wesley, Rawles, author of the bestselling novel Patriots and editor of SurvivalBlog.com, shares the essential tools and skills you will need for your family to survive, including:
Water:the Key Resource: Filtration, transport, storage, and treatment options.
Food Storage: How much to store, pack-it-yourself methods, storage space and rotation, countering vermin.
Fuel and Home Power: Home heating fuels, fuel storage, safety, backup generators.
Garden, Orchard Trees, and Small Livestock: Gardening basics, non-hybrid seeds, greenhouses; choosing the right livestock.
Medical Supplies and Training: Building a first aid kit, minor surgery, chronic health issues
Communications: Following international news, staying in touch with loved ones.
Home Security: Your panic room, self-defense training, and tools.
When to Get Outta Dodge: Vehicle selection, kit packing lists, routes and planning.
Investing and Barter: Tangibles investing, building your barter stockpile. And much more.
How to Survive the End of the World as We Know It is a must-have for every well-prepared family.
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"Rawles writes simply and directly, and his words are smooth as the butter he says we should store for the end of the world. Though I disagree with his somewhat pessimistic believe in man's behavior should some world ending disaster strike, I do like some of his views on being prepared and ready to take care of yourself, your family, and your responsibilities starting with very basic skills. It was entertaining though, and Rawles seems like he'd be an interesting guy to have a dinner with, though I suspect he'd end up on some kind of naive conspiracy theory that would make me skip dessert."
— Travis (4 out of 5 stars)
" Very well written and full of practical information - even if it's just preparating for a bad storm. Very informative! "
— Ruthie, 2/14/2014" Excellent place to start with ideas for preparing for difficult times that likely coming our way. So many excellent ideas that can be used with hard work, time, planning and money. "
— Gary, 1/28/2014" Patriots is a better book, but this is also a good book for those that want to be prepared for disasters and the like. This isn't just for survivialist types either...it will help you plan for natural disasters and other "less controversial" issues. "
— Jeff, 1/21/2014" This had been on the shelf for a couple of years. I'm glad I picked it up, the information is invaluable and I feel even more inspired and motivated toward preparedness and better informed of what all that entails. "
— Tiffany, 1/21/2014" a great resource to get anyone started preparing for a disaster or emergency state "
— Leighann, 1/16/2014" This is a concise book full of all the information anyone might need in the coming years. What's great is that it doesn't go into ponderous details but just highlights what you should be thinking about and points you in the right direction for more information. "
— Greg, 1/16/2014" I gave this three stars because this was more of a fun read for me. I really did not take it seriously. But if the end was near I'm some what prepared now! "
— Mic, 1/10/2014" Wow. James Wesley Rawles takes emergency preparedness to a whole new level. I loved this book because it is super practical. I'd highly recommend you not only read it but also take its advice in preparing for whatever incidents may be on the horizon. "
— Jeffrey, 1/2/2014" I liked the format of this book and the fact that the author knows a lot about his topic. "
— Katie, 1/1/2014" wait til TSHTF to read this baby "
— Joseph, 12/11/2013" I highly recommend this book. It offers many important considerations for emergency preparedness in an organized and thorough manner. "
— Ryan, 11/27/2013" I was ready for an intense read but there are so many lists of suggested survival tips that I actually got kinda bored. The book is definitely chock full of info but I'm guessing you can probably get this info on his website or by googling for it. "
— Brian, 8/25/2013" Luck favors the prepared. You don't have to believe in all the end of the world predictions to enjoy this book. It is good advice for anyone to have a safety net. Setting some resources aside could help in many situations. "
— David, 1/20/2013" A step-by-step look into basic things to think about when preparing. "
— Jay, 1/13/2013" Great, great, great book. Highly practical. Thought provoking. "
— Douglas, 10/31/2012" The textbook version of Patriots. This book is a good place to start with preparedness. "
— Leighann, 10/13/2012" This is a great resource when thinking about emergency prep - but admittedly goes a little far for the typical person. It has excellent checklists and helped me get in a mindset of self sufficiency. "
— Singharmon, 11/2/2011" Lots of information, takes a long time to digest everything for a beginner prepper on a budget. "
— Myk, 7/19/2011" Great book to get you thinking about your B.O.L. "
— Datamaggot, 6/27/2011" I was not sure what to expect from the book. It gave advice I already knew for the most part. This would be a great book for someone who knew nothing of how to prepare for a disaster. "
— Chris, 3/27/2011" I can't deal with actually contemplating preparing for the scenario he portrays, but it was intriguing to read. "
— Sheila, 2/2/2011" wait til TSHTF to read this baby "
— Joseph, 12/30/2010" Patriots is a better book, but this is also a good book for those that want to be prepared for disasters and the like. This isn't just for survivialist types either...it will help you plan for natural disasters and other "less controversial" issues. "
— Jeff, 7/29/2010" If you're going to read one book on the more extreme side of preparedness...this should be it. It's an intro, but a pretty darn complete one. Just the initial "hook" or an intro is enough of a reason to pick it up at the book store. ;) "
— Chris, 5/17/2010" Great advice if you want to increase your chances of surviving when society melts down. For most of us that isn't possible but there are a number of things to consider even if you don't create a fortress in the back country. "
— Ger, 4/9/2010" Mr Rawles presents some good information for surviving in uncertain times. Not all the information is of benefit to everyone, but there is much to be learned from the book and it is a place to start in learning to live a self-suffient life "
— Stormcrow, 3/31/2010" How to survive if you are independently wealthy. "
— Joe, 3/31/2010" I was ready for an intense read but there are so many lists of suggested survival tips that I actually got kinda bored. The book is definitely chock full of info but I'm guessing you can probably get this info on his website or by googling for it. "
— Brian, 3/29/2010James Wesley Rawles is a former United States Army intelligence officer and survivalist, a well-known survival lecturer, and author of the bestselling Patriots: A Novel of Survival in the Coming Collapse. Rawles is the editor of SurvivalBlog.com—the nation’s most popular blog on family preparedness. He lives in an undisclosed location west of the Rockies.
Dick Hill, named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine, is one of the most awarded narrators in the business, having earned several Audie Awards and thirty-four AudioFile Earphones Awards. In addition to narrating, he has both acted in and written for the theater.