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Some great quotes ("The Rambo types are the first to go") had me underlining resonant sentences all the way through. The book serves its purpose well, particularly if you spend a lot of time out of the soft and stultifying - but oh, so safe - coccoon of workaday life. I found myself reliving a couple of my near-escapes with a critical eye, repeating Gonzales' oft-repeated mantra "What was I thinking?" and finished it determined to be less of an idiot next time. I think many of its lessons would also serve to inspire and encourage those unfortunate enough to find themselves in subsequent 'situations' far from home. Finally, the best recommendation I can offer is that it finishes on an upbeat note, not discouraging the reader from venturing outdoors, but inspiring him/her to get back out there with a better-stocked 'psychological toolkit'. Recommended.]]>