This is a great overview for people who are new to the concept of urban self-preservation and defense. The author admits that many strategies are common sense. I found this to be true as I flipped through sections that were already familiar. So, I recommend this book for younger people, children going off to college and people unfamiliar with urban areas and common dangers. Lots of common sense in here for people who are untested or overly trusting. I like the real life emphasis. It’s refreshing not to have an author try to describe military tactics or suggest readers should prepare for unrealistic, post-apocalyptic situations.
I would have liked more original ideas and content.
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Street Survival Skills: Tips, Tricks and Tactics for Modern Survival Paperback – August 11, 2019
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Fernando "Ferfal" Aguirre
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Print length258 pages
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LanguageEnglish
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Publication dateAugust 11, 2019
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Dimensions6 x 0.65 x 9 inches
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- Publisher : Fernando Aguirre Fernández (August 11, 2019)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 258 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8409134179
- ISBN-13 : 978-8409134175
- Item Weight : 14 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.65 x 9 inches
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Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2019
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2019
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This an excellent follow up to Ferfal's first book or an introduction to his practical viewpoint on survival and preparedness. If his work is new to you, buy both the first book and this one. If you liked the first book, follow up with this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2019
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Just reading the title suggests that this is simply a book about self-defense, but it covers so much more. It offers practical advice on how to deal with many of the dangerous situations that exist in today's world using techniques that are appropriate for multiple scenarios. There is a lot of emphasis on how to avoid getting into a situation where physical altercations may be needed in the first place using environmental awareness and evasion. The author's hand drawn images also do a great job of illustrating the written concepts and are used throughout the book making it very easy for most to comprehend.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2019
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Will not win any artist awards.. the illustration are a bit campy/dorky but gets the point across. Aside from that this book is no nonsense tips and pointers for a person who would like to prepare for a violent and unpredictable world.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2019
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For those that wish to have a handy reference guide to prepare and "how to" explanation to actually make it out of a difficult situation, I recommend this book. The author covers multiple topics in a concise, direct format with drawing to help clarify. I especially needed the firearms chapters, just recently acquired a gun and have a CWP. For that alone it was well worth the price of the book. He touches on just about everything and provides references at the end for further reading. If the grid should go down and the internet isn't there to provide help, you will wish you had this book. I will keep it and share it with others that are of the same mindset. Hopefully, it will be returned!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020
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This book is a great resource for practical techniques and tricks that you can integrate into your every day life. Some examples of topics in the book are: how to determine the best place to sit in a restaurant or cafe, the safest way to walk down a street with a child and or other adult partner, the best place to carry your wallet or handbag, advice on how to defend yourself in a fight (and even better, how to avoid a fight to begin with).
Personally I found the the sections on how to estimate crowd size and the section on defensive driving including avoiding roadblocks and the best places to park to be really interesting, and have started integrating the tips in the book into my routine when I drive.
It’s likely that not every single thing in the book is going to be new information for you, especially if you’ve been into preparedness or self-defense for any length of time. BUT I think the book is definitely still worthwhile to pick up, there will very likely be concepts and information in it that is new to you, and even if there’s not, it’s a great refresher on the basics (and some more advanced ideas). It’s also a great book to have sitting on the coffee table for guests or family members to thumb through, it can be a great conversation starter. :)
Personally I found the the sections on how to estimate crowd size and the section on defensive driving including avoiding roadblocks and the best places to park to be really interesting, and have started integrating the tips in the book into my routine when I drive.
It’s likely that not every single thing in the book is going to be new information for you, especially if you’ve been into preparedness or self-defense for any length of time. BUT I think the book is definitely still worthwhile to pick up, there will very likely be concepts and information in it that is new to you, and even if there’s not, it’s a great refresher on the basics (and some more advanced ideas). It’s also a great book to have sitting on the coffee table for guests or family members to thumb through, it can be a great conversation starter. :)
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Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2019
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The book is organized as an instructional booklet for all aspects of urban survivalism. Not only are the instructions concise and no-nonsense, it gives the reasoning behind them, and every opposite page has pictures for people to visualize what do in case it is still unclear. Very helpful for people who learn easier by seeing things visually.
There’s a LOT to unpack in this book to train and learn. I plan to add index tabs as I find myself always going back for things to reference.
There’s a LOT to unpack in this book to train and learn. I plan to add index tabs as I find myself always going back for things to reference.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2020
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There is some great info in this book. It gets your mindset in a different place. for that I give it three stars. The drawings are a bit embarrassing, I think I might be able to draw better, if I cared and was not in a rush. Not that its a huge deal but if your going to do something like write a book on preparedness, find someone who can draw. Most the gun stuff is old news to life long gun owners. But great info for new shooters. Glad I have it and I read it. Will pass it on.
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Chuck Urmson
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A Realistic Approach to Modern Survival
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 27, 2019Verified Purchase
This is the third book by FerFAL and continues his realistic approach to survival techniques.
There are many survival and prepper books out there but what distinguishes his approach from most others is his emphasis on the more likely, even mundane, events that could turn into disasters without proper preparation rather than worrying about the End-of-the-World™.
Another strength is showing that modern survival is more a way of life than a checklist of things to have and do in the event of a disaster. Healthy living through eating properly, maintaining your health, and keeping yourself fit (both physically and mentally) together with the importance of family, friends and community are given the emphasis they deserve.
Having said that it must be admitted that this book, more than his first two, does focus much more on the practical side and is full of the tips and techniques one should know about rather than the philosophical side. For that reason I recommend you read "The Modern Survival Manual: Surviving the Economic Collapse" and "Bugging Out & Relocating" as well.
In summary I thoroughly recommend this book!
There are many survival and prepper books out there but what distinguishes his approach from most others is his emphasis on the more likely, even mundane, events that could turn into disasters without proper preparation rather than worrying about the End-of-the-World™.
Another strength is showing that modern survival is more a way of life than a checklist of things to have and do in the event of a disaster. Healthy living through eating properly, maintaining your health, and keeping yourself fit (both physically and mentally) together with the importance of family, friends and community are given the emphasis they deserve.
Having said that it must be admitted that this book, more than his first two, does focus much more on the practical side and is full of the tips and techniques one should know about rather than the philosophical side. For that reason I recommend you read "The Modern Survival Manual: Surviving the Economic Collapse" and "Bugging Out & Relocating" as well.
In summary I thoroughly recommend this book!
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Joe
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Everything you need to know about survival in a world that is currently in shtf
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 31, 2020Verified Purchase
This guy has an amazing YouTube channel, he has inspired me more than anyone, especially Saturday live stream with M.B.
The book is an amalgamation of every scenario you can think of regarding civil unrest.
It made me realize how asleep we all our in our daily lives.
One example is to scan your surroundings and mentally make notes of where the best exit is, if needed you will have a fighting chance to escape.
Great book, I'm going to try the next one's soon.
The book is an amalgamation of every scenario you can think of regarding civil unrest.
It made me realize how asleep we all our in our daily lives.
One example is to scan your surroundings and mentally make notes of where the best exit is, if needed you will have a fighting chance to escape.
Great book, I'm going to try the next one's soon.
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Recomendado. Sencillo y practico.
Reviewed in Spain on January 28, 2020Verified Purchase
El libro es muy recomendable. Presenta los temas de una manera sencilla y practica utilizando dibujos para mejor explicar cada situacion. Se puede leer todo de seguida o utilizar para hacer consultas especificas. El autor es muy conocedor de todos los temas.
jonne van de beek
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not your average run to the hills survivalguide
Reviewed in Germany on July 3, 2020Verified Purchase
For anyone who would like to read a different take on survival. Not your run to the hills kind of thing. Fernando describes the basics on survival in this book based on his personal filosofie and experiences. Accompanied with own pictograms and drawings. I found the book insightful and easy to read. Plenty of room for your own notes is included in the book.
I'd recommend you get all three books by Fernando and check out his YouTube channel modern survivalist as wel.
I'd recommend you get all three books by Fernando and check out his YouTube channel modern survivalist as wel.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not your average run to the hills survivalguide
Reviewed in Germany on July 3, 2020
For anyone who would like to read a different take on survival. Not your run to the hills kind of thing. Fernando describes the basics on survival in this book based on his personal filosofie and experiences. Accompanied with own pictograms and drawings. I found the book insightful and easy to read. Plenty of room for your own notes is included in the book.Reviewed in Germany on July 3, 2020
I'd recommend you get all three books by Fernando and check out his YouTube channel modern survivalist as wel.
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Jonas Forster
5.0 out of 5 stars
Captain obvious states the obvious
Reviewed in Germany on March 13, 2021Verified Purchase
This book was not too helpful. The podcasts are better at getting you into the correct mindset. Too few examples of how government instills values which destroy families, which lead to suffering in times of crisis. Too little basic economics, too much guns. I do not regret buying this book to support the authors Podcasts with survivors.
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