Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Review: SAS Survival Handbook

S.A.S. Survival Handbook
Written by John "Lofty" Wiseman

So this took me way longer to read over (I'm still not done...) than the Prepper's Guide. And every minute was worth it.

Start with the contents. I'm just going to list a few of the majors, literally, just a few. There is SO much information in this book and its presented so well. This book covers every notable terrain and tips on how to survival and traverse on all of it. There is a full chapter on health and field first aid. It covers a lot of things that most others don't cover. There are color illustrations of poisonous snakes, dangerous sea life, edible plants, and poisonous plants. It always has illustrations of knot tying and repelling techniques. It has a full chapter on water collection methods including illustrations so its easier to understand. Not only water collection, but a full chapter of animal hunting, tracking, and identifying. Also, tips for avoiding animal attacks. On top of all the best information I've found in here, he's even included sample survival kits, not full on bug out bags, but survival kits for in your vehicle.

This is presented in a manor that everyone can understand, HOWEVER, it is a handbook, a manual. It is dry, it is pure information. And, literally, that is only thing I can say is a con to this book. I really tried to find something bad about it, but it may be one of the best books you can own. And you should. I cannot praise this book enough. Spend $12.00, it doesn't defeat all books but you really cut down on the literature you should have with all of the knowledge crammed into this.

No, really, you should/need to own this book if you don't. Here are the links to get it:
Amazon.com
Barnesandnoble.com
Apple.com - iPhone app (...Because I think tech is important.)

6 out of 5 - This is essential for every prepper, survivalist, and homesteader.



I can't praise "Lofty" enough for his work here.

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