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Preparing for the Worst: A Comprehensive Guide to Protecting Your Family from Terrorist Attacks, Natural Disasters, and Other Catastrophes (Praeger Security International) [Hardcover]

James Schaefer Jones (Author)
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Book Description

027599631X 978-0275996314 June 30, 2007

Preparing for the Worst details the best practices in antiterrorism tactics and preparing for disaster. This book is for typical American families, business travelers, corporate executive management personnel, emergency first responders, school administrators, and local government officials responsible for public safety and emergency management.

Americans are regularly bombarded with reports of disaster and tragedy in the daily news. Catastrophes like earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, violent crimes, and terrorism are so common and routine that many of us have become numb to the stories. Without a heightened awareness, focused concern, and effective planning, we have lost the edge that can save lives.

Do you know what you should do to protect your family during a disaster? Does your neighbor have the knowledge required to survive a catastrophic event? Part of the solution is rooted in common sense, but much more depends upon effectively applying learned survival skills. Americans need a helpful reference tool—a Swiss army knife for handling today's threats. This book is that tool.

A former U.S. Marine and Desert Storm veteran, Schaefer-Jones has experienced calamity firsthand. He is also a concerned husband and the father of three young children. While considering how he would personally handle a disastrous event close to home, he came to realize that a comprehensive how-to guide was not available—until now.


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"Schaefer-Jones….[e]xplains preparations by which people can prove themselves and save their families during an emergency. After going over the basics such as having plans and supplies, he looks at specific natural, technological, and terrorism hazards. A final chapter discusses recovering from disaster."

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"The author covers a gamut of natural disasters, terrorist attacks and other threats that may be realized….This title is recommended for public libraries. It may be a good addition to college libraries where courses are offered to public safety professionals and first responders."

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Explains in clear terms what average citizens can do to protect themselves and their families in the event of a terrorist attack or a natural disaster close to home.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Praeger (June 30, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 027599631X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0275996314
  • Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.1 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,522,530 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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JAMES (JAY) SCHAEFER-JONES is Director of Night Vision Programs for a government subcontractor in Northern N.J., where he supports a domestic and international network of sales representatives responsible for night vision and security product sales to military, federal, local law enforcement, and broadcast and media customers. He is an active volunteer with his local Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). An engineer by training, he also served in the U.S. Marine Corps with 2nd Tank Battalion, 2nd Marine Division as a Chief Communications and Electronics Technician at Camp LeJeune, N.C., writing Standard Operating Procedures and operator's manuals. He earned several individual medals for improvising unique life-saving solutions during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

A former U.S. Marine and Desert Storm veteran, Schaefer-Jones has experienced calamity firsthand. He is also a concerned husband and the father of three young children. While considering how he would personally handle a disastrous event close to home, he came to realize that a comprehensive "how-to" guide was not available--until now.

Jay's book, 'Preparing for the Worst' details best practices in antiterrorism tactics and preparing for disaster. This guide is written for typical American families, business travelers, corporate executive management personnel, emergency first responders, school administrators, and local government officials responsible for public safety and emergency management.

Americans are regularly bombarded with reports of disaster and tragedy in the daily news. Catastrophes like earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, violent crimes, and terrorism are so common and routine that many of us have become numb to the stories. Without a heightened awareness, focused concern, and effective planning, we have lost the edge that can save lives.

Do you know what you should do to protect your family during a disaster? Does your neighbor have the knowledge required to survive a catastrophic event? Part of the solution is rooted in common sense, but much more depends upon effectively applying learned survival skills. Americans need a helpful reference tool--a "Swiss army knife" for handling today's threats. This book is that tool.

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars This Book is a "Must Have" for Everyone, June 24, 2007
This review is from: Preparing for the Worst: A Comprehensive Guide to Protecting Your Family from Terrorist Attacks, Natural Disasters, and Other Catastrophes (Praeger Security International) (Hardcover)
My family is the most important part of my life. I consider myself a savvy and "streetwise" mom with plenty of common sense but I learned so much from this book! The peace of mind it gives me is well worth the price, I recommend it to everybody, and I plan to buy copies as gifts for everyone I love.

The author did a wonderful job covering EVERY topic that I'm concerned about (in a non-scary way) and he wrote it in straightforward, easy-to-understand language. He's insightful and down to earth and I am confident following all of his expert advice.

Two thumbs up!

Love,
Val, "Soccer Mom"
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