As any trained soldier knows, the art of survival relies heavily on two main areas: finding food, and finding water. This book contains everything the survivor needs to know about thriving on nature, from making tools and finding water, to distinguishing edible plants and fungi from poisonous ones. It's packed with practical information, such as how to make fire without the use of matches and how to master the art of snaring. There are also sections on identifying and avoiding dangerous animals and dealing with stings and poisons. Each chapter deals with a different terrain, from deserts to arctic environments and survival at sea. It's illustrated with 120 black and white line drawings.