Need help; Book Reviews? "Crisis Preparedness"

[Aardaerimus]

Evenin' all.

I noticed that DW was intent on purchasing a prep book, and thus I had to open my mouth and say, "Hey! You should check on TB2K to see if anyone recommends that before you dish out the cash!"

She replied, "No - YOU should check for me since I don't have a 'character' (I guess tb2k is like an MMORPG)"

To which I replied, "*sigh* Fine."

So here I am. The book in question is labeled "Crisis Preparedness Handbook: A Complete Guide to Home Storage and Physical Survival" (A rather lengthy name if you ask me...)

So, anyways, have any of you ever seen/read it?

Is it a jewel awaiting discovery? Or a grotesque disaster for which I should be ashamed for even inquiring about?

I beg of thee, great Uber Preppers, lend me thy wisdom!

 

[Pamlico]

-Good grief dude !

Your wife is buying a prep book and you scold her !

You need psycho help, lol, I'm joking.

But, really, you have a wife that is interested in the
same stuff that you are. Cherish her, she is a treasure
that is worthy of envy by we less fortunate souls.

 

[Splicer205]

Aardaerimus, I don't have this book and didn't know about it. Looked it up on Amazon.com and read the reviews. Looks like you've got a real smart wife that you should be proud of. Out of 11 reviews, all of them rated the book at 5 stars and gave it high praise. Tell her thanks for "asking" about it and informing us about it. Maybe she should get a 'character.'

 

[Crawlingtoy]

Not should you give her praise, but building up your survival library is very important. Maybe you should listen to her more often

Buy up all the books you can.


CT​

 

[RCSAR]

Take advantage of the info put out by the Mormons.
Nice thing about it is...They are FREE.

Just a thought
RCSAR

p.s. start a prep book library

 

[ferret]

Evenin' all.

I noticed that DW was intent on purchasing a prep book, and thus I had to open my mouth and say, "Hey! You should check on TB2K to see if anyone recommends that before you dish out the cash!"
...
So here I am. The book in question is labeled "Crisis Preparedness Handbook: A Complete Guide to Home Storage and Physical Survival" (A rather lengthy name if you ask me...)
!

That's one that I *don't* have in my library - yet.

I REALLY like "Dare to Prepare" by Holly Deyo. It's at http://www.standeyo.com/Our_Books/DTP.html. Mine was delivered in just a couple days and signed by the author.

And I agree with the posters above - put more emphasis on a survival library. Where will you turn for information when there's no internet or TV? BOOKS! I probably have 40-50 and have read almost all of them and some more than once. Books (and putting that information to use) will save your bacon.

 

[BV141]

Aardaerimus,


I'll bite...

I just received Holly Deyo's "Dare to Prepare" second edition
in order to have a soft copy, do it all book prep book. Since it was just released,
it costs 39.95 (includes shipping.) I received my in 2 or 3 days (5.95 for shipping.)

I haven't read it read it quite yet but the table of contents looked
like it covered a a very wide and diverse number of possible
diaster scenarios, food stocking plan, first aid, multiple fuel generation (including diesel) and a great deal more.

Here is the table of contents.
http://www.millennium-ark.net/index1.html

I do like the thread start Aardaerimus!

I hope to pick up another book if needed and would welcome comments on
"Dare to Prepare" if anyone has read it.

bv

 

[AKau]

Speaking of prep libraries...

I came across this a while back and bookmarked it for future reference.

Putting Together Your Post-Y2K Library

- Lilly

 

[dissimulo]

I bought the book (Crisis Preparedness Handbook) for my girlfriend (who is tolerant of my antics, but not all that interested in taking the initiative on any prep work herself).

I read the book and it was a pretty good overview. It didn't have much new to say, but it takes a pretty comprehensive look at preparedness without promoting any kind of social, political, or religious agendas and without any conspiracy talk. It covers gun basics but doesn't debate the virtues of 5.56 vs 7.62 at length. It won't scare the sheep.

I wouldn't buy it for a hardcore prepper, but I think it is a great overview for someone who is open to learning.

 

[Jmurman]

Ok so here is food for thought about "survival books" or any "self help books" for that matter.

If you come away with one or two fresh and useful ideas, then it is well worth the price.

 

[oldladydoolin]

That's one that I *don't* have in my library - yet.

I REALLY like "Dare to Prepare" by Holly Deyo. It's at http://www.standeyo.com/Our_Books/DTP.html. Mine was delivered in just a couple days and signed by the author.

And I agree with the posters above - put more emphasis on a survival library. Where will you turn for information when there's no internet or TV? BOOKS! I probably have 40-50 and have read almost all of them and some more than once. Books (and putting that information to use) will save your bacon.

Same here with Holly's book. I have stored that book with my BOB. I didn't have a clue that you could place charcoal underneath pots and cook that way until I read that book.

 

[A.T.Hagan]

I have both editions of Jack Spigarelli's <i>Crisis Preparedness Handbook</i>. I think his is one of the better works in the field and recommend it to everyone.

It's not the perfect book. There is no perfect book that I am aware of, but it's pretty good.

.....Alan.

 

[xtreme_right]

I'd be interested to see everyone post a list of books they have in their prep library. Maybe not ALL the books because I know some have a rather large collection, but the books that you highly recommend so others might find some "must have" books to add to their preps. I know I need to get a good all around medical book because I usually turn to the internet for that info.

xr

 

[Dafodil]

Boy Scout Handbooks are always useful. JMHO

 

[Aardaerimus]

Heheh

Wow! Thanks all for the replies. Sorry I've been distant from the thread - DW has been watching it like a hawk.

My thoughts and comments:

Pamlico said: Your wife is buying a prep book and you scold her !

Oh heavens no. I'm not scolding her - only telling her to check with the greatest prepping minds on planet earth before laying down cash for a prep book that may or may not have been useful.

But, really, you have a wife that is interested in the
same stuff that you are.

Heheh... To be honest she far more prep-conscious than I am. I'm a certified Procrastinatarian. I sense the urgency and need to prep but am waiting for a more telling motivator to push me in that grand direction. I see lots of "potential" disasters but nothing that feels as certain as the cold of impending winter. Thankfully my DW is eager to pick up the slack where I have failed. And doubly thankful I am that she seeks some acceptance before just splurging on anything that looks like it might make a good prep item.

I fear awakening to this scenario:
DW - "Well, that's the last of it! I feel like we could take on any challenge now! And the great thing is that we still have five dollars left in the aco****! Isn't that great?"
Me - *cry*

Cherish her, she is a treasure

Oh boy, do I ever! She perfect and completes me. She is the best for sure And no I'm not just saying that because she's got an eagle's eye on this thread

BV141 Said:
I do like the thread start Aardaerimus!

Why thank you kindly



As for the rest of you, I greatly appreciate your advice and reviews. Thank you all.

 

[Nuthatch]

Someone mentioned on the OTC meds thread about books to read now and that reminded me of this thread.

I wanted to add the book "The Complete Walker" latest edition is great, includes all the newer performance fabrics, etc. Very comprehensive down to how to pack your backpack, make a tarp serve as shelter, choose a stove, understand water treatment, etc.

I have several Bradford Angier books, but not his survival book. Is it dated? I mean we can't exactly just drink the water running in the streams these days.

 

[Kimber]

I'm like Splicerswife and BV141,

I love Holly Deyo's book (among others) and hadn't heard of this one. But, after reading the Amazon comments and Alan's, I just ordered it to add to my library.

David

P.S. Unrelated, but Amazon just informed me:

Important Message
Please note that the price of Home Workshop Explosives, Second Edition has decreased from $17.00 to $13.60 since you placed it in your Shopping Cart. Items in your cart will always reflect the most recent price displayed on their product detail pages.​

 

[macten_1]

I use Google. It's all out there for free.....

 

[Worrier King]

I would have to say that dear, belated Carla Emery's book "The Encyclopedia of Country Living" is the bible of preppers.

"When Technology Fails" Matthew Stein is pretty good.

I haven't read the book your thinking of getting, hard to tell.

 

[Nuthatch]

I hear you macten, but sometimes a bound paper copy is useful, especially in unusual reading locations where a monitor on your lap won't work, or when the electric is out.

 

[fruit loop]

From my Prep 101 series on the Corkboard

From Prep 101: Your Prep Library


Red Cross First Aid Manual

"Where There Is No Doctor: A Village Health Care Handbook" by David Werner, with Carol Thurman and Jane Maxwell

"Wilderness Medicine: Beyond First Aid" by William W. Forgey, MD.

"The Herbal Drugstore" by Linda White, MD, and Steven Foster

"The Herb Book" by John Lust

"The Green Pharmacy" by James A. Duke, PhD.

"New Choices in Natural Healing" by Prevention Magazine

"Cast Iron Cooking: From Johnnycakes to Blackened Redfish" by A.D. Livingston

"Chef John Folse's Cast Iron Cooking"

"The Canning, Freezing, Curing & Smoking of Meat, Fish and Game" by Wilbur Eastman Jr.

"Five Acres and Independence" by M.G. Kains

"The Encyclopedia of Country Living" by Carla Emery. This book tells it all: how to select, raise, breed and butcher livestock, plant a garden and can food, bake bread, churn butter, buy land....even how to deliver a baby!



DOOMER FICTION: I include these fictional novels both because they're classics and because they contain valuable survival tips.

"Alas, Babylon" - this is THE doomer novel. Pat Frank's classic tells of how one man and his friends help their town survive a nuclear holocaust.

"False Dawn" by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro. Nuclear war, man's carelessness and natural disasters have combined to create a complete breakdown of civilization, and ordinary people struggle to survive starvation and bands of "pirates" in a futuristic United States.

"Ariel: A Novel of the Change" by Steven Boyett. One bright day everything Changes. Technological and mechanical items, including guns, no longer work, and magic is real.

 

[Slydersan]

I would have to say that dear, belated Carla Emery's book "The Encyclopedia of Country Living" is the bible of preppers.

I agree. Great book.

I also own "Back to Basics" (a Reader's Digest book) and "Making the Best of Basics" by James Talmage Stevens

 

[Aardaerimus]

Good Gravy, people!

Heheh Y'all made me do a double take, as I suspected that someone had posted a new thread using my account! But it just turns out to be this old guy.

Oky Doky - So here's an update from the author (Yours Truly).

DW did indeed end up purchasing the book, and while neither of us have read it all, she states that from her scanning and glancing through it, it appears to be quite thorough. She said it includes info on survival tools (guns, etc.) and has charts showing how much food of various types by pounds and calories are required to get by for a year.

Again, she's only scanned through it a few times. Maybe I can get her to read the whole thing and write a book report

Heheh

Anywho, carry on and have fun!

 

[oldladydoolin]

Aardaerimus,


I'll bite...

I just received Holly Deyo's "Dare to Prepare" second edition
in order to have a soft copy, do it all book prep book. Since it was just released,
it costs 39.95 (includes shipping.) I received my in 2 or 3 days (5.95 for shipping.)

I haven't read it read it quite yet but the table of contents looked
like it covered a a very wide and diverse number of possible
diaster scenarios, food stocking plan, first aid, multiple fuel generation (including diesel) and a great deal more.

Here is the table of contents.
http://www.millennium-ark.net/index1.html

I do like the thread start Aardaerimus!

I hope to pick up another book if needed and would welcome comments on
"Dare to Prepare" if anyone has read it.

bv

I got the first edition of "Dare to Prepare", and I think it's an awesome book. The book covers everything from shelter, heat, cooking to making soap and candles. It's an all purpose book. You won't regret spending the money.

 

[oldladydoolin]

deleted. Did have enough coffee in my body this morning, I answered my own post.

 

[vlad]

She replied, "No - YOU should check for me since I don't have a 'character' (I guess tb2k is like an MMORPG)"

MMORPG ?