{"product_id":"9780985801748","title":"Preparedness: The Basics and Beyond","description":"Mark A. Smith knows his stuff. The former firefighter, security specialist, and Marine not only has lived the Prepared Lifestyle, he currently is a consultant to private companies and individuals about preparedness. This comprehensive and detailed book provides a concise guide to the skills and tools of preparedness -- all offered in an easy-to-read conversational style. \u003cp\u003eSmith covers the basics -- food storage, water purification, health, and housing -- with tips that beginners and even seasoned preppers will find useful. He also addresses more advanced levels of preparedness, including a discussion of bug-out-vehicles and defensive firearms. In addition, he offers a detailed questionnaire to help readers intent on improving home security. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book includes pros and cons of various types of alternative power sources, lists of items to include in medical kits and bug-out-bags, a glossary of preparedness terms, 10-codes, and a set of online resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom preparedness basics to advanced levels of knowledge, this book is ideal for the beginner, as well as the skilled prepper looking to improve his or her capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Auctoritas Publishing LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49988801528048,"sku":"9780985801748","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780985801748","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}