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How To Survive (Almost) Anything

The Special Forces Guide To Staying Alive
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How To Survive (Almost) Anything by Ollie Ollerton offers gripping insights into mental toughness and resilience, drawing from real-life adventures and challenges faced by the author. This sports-related narrative depicts Ollerton’s experiences both in the military and civilian life, providing readers with practical advice on overcoming obstacles and staying vigilant in the face of adversity. The book encourages readers to tap into their inner strength and develop the skills necessary to tackle any difficult circumstance life may throw their way.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in resilience and overcoming challenges. With insights from a former Special Forces operative, it provides practical advice and captivating real-life stories on mental toughness. Tailored for sports enthusiasts and those interested in personal development, it's a compelling read on navigating life's obstacles.

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Ex-special forces soldier Ollie Ollerton teaches you how to survive (almost) any scenario.

Ex-special forces soldier Ollie Ollerton teaches you how to survive (almost) any scenario.

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How do you construct a camp? Build a fire? Administer first aid? How do you survive out in the wilderness? Fend off a shark?

What about economic collapse? Or extreme weather? Or urban warfare?

In How to Survive (Almost) Anything, ex-special forces soldier Ollie Ollerton passes on all his skills and knowledge built from a career in the armed forces across many different terrains. Meticulously, he shows you how to prepare your instincts, ready your mentality, and hone your skills so that you will have the tools and the know-how to survive. Whatever comes next.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788704991

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BLINK Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 233.0mm

Weight: 352g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Matthew 'Ollie' Ollerton is a Sunday Times no. 1 bestselling author and a former Special Forces soldier, who was one of the founding Directing Staff on Channel 4's hit show SAS: Who Dares Wins and SAS Australia.

Ollie's military career began at the age of 18 when he joined the Royal Marine Commandos and toured operationally in Northern Ireland and in Iraq for Operation Desert Storm. He subsequently spent six years in the Special Boat Service rising to team leader, before working in Iraq as a private security contractor and carrying out anti-child-trafficking charity work in Southeast Asia. These experiences helped shape his life as well as his books.

Ollie is the founder of Breakpoint, the business he runs as part of his mission to help others create more productive, healthier, and happier lives. He furthers this passion through his writing and his online, virtual and public appearances.

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