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5 Books to Keep You Alive When You Can't Use Google

August 02, 2024 | Trevor Stewart

In our increasingly digital world, we often rely on technology for everything from daily tasks to survival strategies. However, recent events, like the Microsoft outage, remind us of the fragility of our technological infrastructure and the importance of being prepared for uncertain times. When faced with the unexpected, having a library of physical resources can be invaluable.

This collection of books serves as a guide to self-sufficiency, offering timeless knowledge on essential skills like homesteading, finding clean water, building shelter, first aid, acquiring food from nature and navigating the wild. Whether you’re preparing for a natural disaster, a technological collapse, or any situation where modern conveniences are unavailable, these books will empower you to be resourceful and resilient.

Here are our top book recommendations that can help you navigate and thrive in challenging times.

1. Country living Bible - Jake L. Bryan “For preppers to live & thrive off the grid” “Includes survival skills to stay independent, safe & healthy, even in uncertain times.

2. Epic Homesteading - Kevin Espiritu - “Your guide to self-sufficiency on a modern, high-tech, backyard homestead”

3. The MeatEater Guide to Wilderness Skills And Survival - Steven Rinella - “An indispensable guide to surviving everything from an extended wilderness exploration to a day-long boat trip, with hard-earned advice from the host of Netflix’s MeatEater”

4. The Forager’s Harvest - Samuel Thayer - “A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Edible Wild Plants."

5. The Survival Medicine Handbook - Joseph Alton MD - The essential guide for when help is NOT on the way.

These books provide a wealth of knowledge and practical skills that can help you become more self-sufficient and resilient in uncertain times. By building a library of these resources, you can prepare yourself and your family to thrive, no matter what challenges you may face.

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