[Win1892]

If you could only take one survival book (instructional, reference, etc) which would it be and why?

 

[compboy]

The SAS survival Handbook. It's the first one I bought and it's focus is on the surviving with nothing more then a few simple items assuming no real chance to prep. Most of my other manuals are about longterm storage and stuff. That and it covers many different terrains I don't interact with.

 

[larmus]

i would take my " SAS survival guide" by john "lofty" wiseman.

1) it the compact version, not condensed it has the same info as the bigger version.

2) it is more comprehensive and up to date then the u.s. army suvival handbook (which i have as well). it covers everything from edible/poisones plants to knot making and shelter making in every climate.just all around handy book.

 

[kingjames]

Same as above. They also make an urban one as well. Its just as good as the wilderness one!

 

[HippieSurvivalist]

Without a doubt, a field surgery guide. I'll try to track a specific title down.

HippieSurvivalist

 

[test]

"Encyclopedia of Country Living" by Carla Emery

 

[BrowserCat]

Carla Emery's Encyclopedia of Country Living because it covers just about everything a person needs to know about surviving on the land.

 

[craftymama]

I agree -- the Encyclopedia of Country Living. That book is a gem!