The Y2K Personal Survival Guide [Hardcover]

Michael S. Hyatt (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 15, 1998

The antidote to fear is preparation. Geared to the average American who wants to know how to protect his family from calamities arising from the Millennium Bug, this title gives a series of plans and recommendations that can be put in place immediately. The book also contains over 500 Internet links and key supplier listings.

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Amazon.com Review

"When the clock strikes midnight on December 31, 1999, will you be ready?" Michael S. Hyatt believes that when the millennium comes, it's going to pack a wallop. He detailed the specifics of the Y2K computer problem in his bestselling book The Millennium Bug, which stirred up tremendous attention and discussion from people wondering how bad it's really going to be. To address this issue, The Y2K Personal Survival Guide offers contingency plans for whether the effects of Y2K last three days or a year. Organized in five sections: Information, Supplies, Shelter, Money, and Protection, the Survival Guide offers resource suggestions and tips on everything from how to rotate canned goods and stockpile food to securing an alternative source of heat. Much of this information would be helpful during any winter storm, but Hyatt is convinced that we are in for a major change of lifestyle, and his suggestions also include which items will be useful as barter fare once the monetary system has collapsed. Hyatt is serious about preparing people for the worst, even if it never comes to pass. Extremism aside, The Y2K Personal Survival Guide has plenty of helpful checklists and appendices, like "Where to Stash Your Cash and Other Valuables," to help you feel prepared for whatever the new year might bring. --Jodie Buller

Product Details

• Hardcover: 348 pages
• Publisher: Regnery Publishing (March 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895263017
• ISBN-13: 978-0895263018
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #272,781 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book!, September 28, 2010

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This review is from: The Y2K Personal Survival Guide (Hardcover)

This will totally help me get through the end of the world during Y2K. My life will be totally saved.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must have" for those who want ideas about how to prepare., June 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Y2K Personal Survival Guide (Hardcover)

One of the best books I've seen for those who want to do something to get ready. Whether you're already convinced and looking for direction, or still considering the issue and want to know more about what you might want to do, this book will help you make the necessary decisions. No one knows for sure what will happen come Jan 1 2000. But just like no one knows they will have a car accident in the next month, they still buy insurance, just in case. Think of taking the steps outlined in this book as your "lifestyle insurance", just in case there are problems. If you're looking for suggestions about how to make sure you aren't caught unprepared IF problems occur because of Y2K, this is the book for you. If you go about it the right way, many of your "preparations" will not be wasted, even if Y2K is only the bump in the road that many suggest. You can do much of what Mr. Hyatt is suggesting for less than what you are probably paying for your annual auto insurance. If you are still undecided doing something, read the book and realize it's not as tough as you thought to make at least some minimum preparations. If you don't know where to get started or what things to consider, this book is an excellent beginning place. If you're already convinced, this book helps you organize the steps you take. One final thought. With only a little over 6 months to go, and having been hearing about this issue for at least 2 years now, ask yourself honestly "at this late date, how much of the technology that I rely on is considered '100% ready to go', how much is 'still being worked on', and what kind of faith do I have that it will be finished in time?". Following Mr. Hyatt's suggestions will return some of the control over this issue to you - putting you in a better position if there are problems. Send a copy to those you care about - they'll appreciate it too. Don't delay!

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't give this man your money, May 5, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Y2K Personal Survival Guide (Hardcover)

Your banks, utility companies, and communications companies are all going to work just fine. If not, they'll roll their dates back on their computer so they keep working. This author is only trying to steal money from those who don't understand computers. Will food stop growing because of a computer problem?