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Mongo's Y2K Survival Plan for the Complete Idiot!

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WHY NOT FIVE STARS (*****)? Because I found several grammatically mis-spelled words, especially relating to the use of "effect" vs. "affect".

Understand that I am one of those guys who looks for anamolies in movies.. like the lightbulbs in "Titanic" or the polythelyne-wrapped loaf of bread on the refrigerator in "October Sky".

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These guys have done their homework and then some.

The first half of the book gives the novice an opportunity to apply their God-given 10% of available brainpower to reach their own conclusions about the enormity of the effects of the Y2K bug on our society. It is factual, technical and as in-depth as anyone would care to go. Sooner or later though, the reader will "get it".

Much of it can and will be safely skipped by non-technical minds. At the same time it does NOT hide or mask the high probability of what is VERY likely to happen. This is ideal information that filters through for the person in denial or the person who up to now, simply has no grasp of societal collapse due to technical incovenience multiplied to the tenth power. It doesn't FRIGHTEN, it informs and prepares one to take action.

The SECOND half of the book makes very practical suggestions as to what that action should be.

MONGO - is the "gorilla" down the street. He is the third person that the author uses as the truck driver, warehouseman or biker type that we all can identify with but who more importantly, NEEDS the diaper he is dressed in. Mongo has probably just read the first half of the book.

MONGO represents the division of labor in our society. He is the guy you and I are probably going to have to take care of because he hasn't seen or heard a newscast since the whole Monica Lewinskyi thing started.

This part of the book is full of VERY well thought-out measures to prepare for Y2K.

Buy it. Buy the book. Buy several copies and share them.

I am about to mail my copy to my parents, who are approaching their 80's. I have been informing them of Y2K since last August. They remain in denial and don't want to hear anything about Y2K, much less the idea of moving to the country with us. I know that if they read this book and STILL remain in denial, that I will have to abandon them to thier fate in the city. May God bless them.

God Bless Mongo, too. God Bless you, and may God protect us all. =========================END

Mr. Brooks and Mr. Herr wrote a simple and clear explanation of Y2K. I recommend that everyone buy this book, what's the harm in preparing for something that has everyone talking and many deeply concerned. Their preparation plan makes good sense. We all will be able to prepare for Y2K following their simple, yet comprehensive plan. One nice feature of the book is that it allows you to decide how serious you think the Y2K problem will be and then prepare accordingly. I like the logic they use throughout the book, this book is packed full of commen sense. Most of us buy fire and auto insurance, without planning on having, accidents and fires, so why not prepare for Y2K just in case. What's the harm in having some extra food, water and supplies around. Who knows it may come in handy for some other natural or man-made disaster some day. The first half of the book is a serious, yet understandable explanation of the Y2K problem. The second half is a light, sometimes comical, explanation of the steps one would take to prepare. The book emphasize's the main points of planning from a variety of angles. The scenario's really bring home some of the future possibilities. Order this book, get prepared, and then let's kick back and watch what the millinium brings.

I have read this book cover to cover. It is a very good book for anyone asking "What is Y2K and how should I prepare?" I think everyone should educate themselves about Y2K and then make up your own minds. This book is a good place to start.

After reading this book I have concluded that the two authors, Mongo and Bongo, are the real numbskulls. Who are they kidding? I work as a Y2K analyst at a municipal utility. Our remediation has already been complete. Nearly all government agencies have updated there systems for compliancy. And the year isn't even half over yet. Don't jump on the bandwagon and line the pockets of these shysters.