The 16 Best Survival Books for When the World Ends

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You can’t have a collection of survival books without including the modern marvel Bear Grylls. Drawing from the experiences seen in his TV series Man vs. Wild, this book is packed full of tips on how to survive any situation you might find yourself in. Grylls goes into great detail about what to and not to do when faced with dangerous situations. The book has lots of images and diagrams that help explain Grylls survival tips. It’s a great reference guide and will entertain anyone who is a fan of what Grylls does. A great companion piece to those who enjoy the series it’s based upon.

10. Prepper’s Long-Term Survival Guide: Food, Shelter, Security, Off-the-Grid Power, and More Life-Saving Strategies for Self-Sufficient Living – Jim Cobb

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Doomsday preppers often get a bad rap and are seen as crazy people living off the grid. While this is true for some, many are just concerned citizens preparing for the worst. Jim Cobb falls somewhere in the middle. A seasoned survivalist and prepper who has been part of the community for a number of years, Cobb has written a slew of helpful books about preparing for the world’s demise. 

The editor of Survival Weekly has great knowledge about what it takes to be ready for doomsday. All of his books have received glowing reviews on Amazon, with his most well-known and helpful being Prepper’s Long-Term Survival Guide: Food, Shelter, Security, Off-the-Grid Power, and More Life-Saving Strategies for Self-Sufficient Living.

While the title is a bit of a mouthful, the book itself is overflowing with good ideas and helpful hints. Learn about how to prepare your home for a major disaster. Understand how to collect water and create a safe supply, what it takes to grow crops, and strategies for building a community in the new world. While it’s not the best survival book on this list, it does offer something different and plenty of solid advice.