Survival Science
Laura Anderson
Naturwissenschaften, Medizin, Informatik, Technik / Naturwissenschaften allgemein
Beschreibung
Survival Science explores the scientific foundations of essential survival skills, revealing how understanding nature's principles is key to thriving in challenging environments. The book focuses on fire-making, food sourcing, and navigation, demonstrating that survival isn't just about instinct, but about applying scientific concepts.
Did you know that mastering fire-making involves understanding thermodynamics, or that navigating without a compass relies on keen observation of natural indicators like the stars and wind patterns?
The book uniquely deconstructs survival techniques into their fundamental scientific principles, explaining the "why" behind each technique, rather than simply providing instructions. Beginning with an introduction to core scientific concepts, the book progresses through chapters dedicated to fire, food, and navigation, examining both traditional and modern techniques.
Ultimately, Survival Science emphasizes adaptability and ethical considerations, connecting these skills to broader fields like environmental science and anthropology.
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