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Deep Survival

Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why
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Deep Survival by Laurence Gonzales delves into the science and art of survival. It explores why some people manage to survive extreme situations while others do not, intertwining real-life survival stories with insights from biology and psychology. The book illustrates how instinct, emotion, and reason intertwine in moments of crisis, offering profound lessons on the human spirit.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by stories of human resilience and the psychological aspects of survival. It blends real-life adventure tales with insights from science and psychology, exploring how some individuals manage to overcome extreme conditions while others do not. Perfect for sports enthusiasts interested in exploring the mental challenges faced in demanding environments.

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Now with a new introduction on how this book can help readers overcome any of life’s obstacles, Deep Survival motivates and enlightens.

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Over a decade since its original publication, Laurence Gonzales's bestselling Deep Survival has helped save lives from the deepest wildernesses, just as it has improved readers’ everyday lives.

Its mix of adventure narrative, survival science, and practical advice has inspired everyone from business leaders to military officers, educators, and psychiatric professionals on how to take control of stress, learn to assess risk, and make better decisions under pressure.

Now with a new introduction on how this book can help readers overcome any of life's obstacles, Gonzales's gripping narrative is set to motivate and enlighten a new generation of readers.

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Deep Survival by Laurence Gonzales is highly recommended as essential reading for those interested in survival situations. It offers practical insights into human resilience and survival instincts, proving both gruelling and gripping in its narrative.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393353716

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 February 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 291g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Laurence Gonzales is the author of Surviving Survival, Flight 232, and the bestseller Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why. He has won two National Magazine Awards and is a scholar at the Sante Fe Institute. He divides his time between Evanston, Illinois, and Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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