Surviving the World’s Extreme Regions: Desert, Arctic, Mountains, & Jungle

By: Chris Mcnab

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Synopsis: The world's elite soldiers can survive in the worst of conditions, whether the extreme heat of the desert or the snowy summit of a mountain. These units are trained to be experts in warfare, but their training also gives them the knowledge to live in the planet's wildest places for weeks at a time. Learn the techniques the world's finest soldiers use to survive in harsh conditions around the globe. Discover a variety of tips for surviving in barren deserts and freezing tundra. Find out how elite troops cope with danger and deprivation. You will also learn: * how to find water and food. * how to build shelters. * how to navigate. * how to perform first aid. * how to identify and avoid dangerous animals and insects.