Emergency

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Emergency by Neil Strauss is a compelling narrative that details the author's journey to become more self-reliant and prepared for potential global or personal crises. Straddling the line between philosophy and personal psychology, it explores Strauss's steps towards gaining survival skills, assessing risks, and questioning the stability of modern life. The book combines personal anecdotes with practical advice, aiming to inspire readers to consider their own preparedness for emergencies.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the concept of self-reliance and the psychological journey of preparedness. It offers a fascinating look into the author's transformation from city life to embracing survival skills, blending humour and practical insights with philosophical reflections on security and freedom.

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Emergency

Emergency follows Strauss' search for an escape plan from the seemingly ever-more unstable United States, eventually obtaining a second citizenship in a small Caribbean island - after facing shady lawyers, cult leaders, crippling doubts, governmental corruption, and plane-flying, gun-toting billionaires along the way.

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Combining wit and journalistic detail, Emergency follows Strauss' search for an escape plan from the seemingly ever-more unstable United States, eventually obtaining a second citizenship in a small Caribbean island.

Facing shady lawyers, cult leaders, crippling doubts, governmental corruption, and plane-flying, gun-toting billionaires along the way, Strauss casts light upon today's heart of darkness and learns the skills it seems are needed to be a true survivor in this brave new world.

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Emergency by Neil Strauss is praised for its engaging storytelling as it chronicles Strauss’s quest to become self-sufficient in times of crisis. Reviewers commend the book's ability to blend humour and practical advice, offering a unique perspective on personal preparedness. Some readers appreciate the blend of autobiographical narrative with survival strategies, while others find it entertaining yet thought-provoking.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921520587

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2009

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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