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The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 55 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.18 — 51,957 ratings — published 1997
Meditations on Violence: A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real World Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 36 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.33 — 1,876 ratings — published 2008
Facing Violence: Preparing for the Unexpected (Paperback)
by (shelved 30 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.25 — 1,042 ratings — published 2011
The Law of Self Defense: The Indispensable Guide to the Armed Citizen (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 18 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.63 — 428 ratings — published 2013
When Violence Is the Answer: Learning How to Do What It Takes When Your Life Is at Stake (Hardcover)
by (shelved 15 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.26 — 1,426 ratings — published
Principles of Personal Defense (Paperback)
by (shelved 14 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.52 — 863 ratings — published 1972
Complete Krav Maga: The Ultimate Guide to Over 230 Self-Defense and Combative Techniques (Paperback)
by (shelved 13 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.10 — 459 ratings — published 2007
In the Gravest Extreme: The Role of the Firearm in Personal Protection (Paperback)
by (shelved 13 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.28 — 403 ratings — published 1980
On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace (Paperback)
by (shelved 13 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.29 — 4,521 ratings — published 2004
Left of Bang: How the Marine Corps' Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 11 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.98 — 3,150 ratings — published 2014
Deadly Force - Understanding Your Right To Self Defense (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 11 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.60 — 557 ratings — published 2014
How to Beat Up Anybody: An Instructional and Inspirational Karate Book by the World Champion – The Satirical Self-Defense Comedy from the Star of 30 Rock (Paperback)
by (shelved 11 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.27 — 750 ratings — published 2010
100 Deadly Skills: The SEAL Operative's Guide to Eluding Pursuers, Evading Capture, and Surviving Any Dangerous Situation (Paperback)
by (shelved 9 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.80 — 3,028 ratings — published 2015
ConCom: Conflict Communication A New Paradigm in Conscious Communication (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 9 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.23 — 381 ratings — published 2014
Scaling Force: Dynamic Decision Making Under Threat of Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 9 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.41 — 172 ratings — published 2012
A Professional's Guide to Ending Violence Quickly: How Bouncers, Bodyguards, and Other Security Professionals Handle Ugly Situations (Paperback)
by (shelved 9 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.08 — 102 ratings — published 1996
Cheap Shots, Ambushes, and Other Lessons: A Down and Dirty Book on Streetfighting and Survival (Paperback)
by (shelved 9 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.21 — 109 ratings — published 1989
The Little Black Book Violence: What Every Young Man Needs to Know About Fighting (Paperback)
by (shelved 9 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.06 — 352 ratings — published 2009
Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, and Live Fearlessly (Hardcover)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.14 — 9,431 ratings — published 2020
How To Be Your Own Bodyguard (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.10 — 143 ratings — published 2011
On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.11 — 12,279 ratings — published 1995
Knives, Knife Fighting, and Related Hassles: How to Survive a Real Knife Fight (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.06 — 104 ratings — published 1990
Violence, Blunders, and Fractured Jaws: Advanced Awareness Techniques and Street Etiquette (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.18 — 44 ratings — published 1992
Violence of Mind: Training and Preparation for Extreme Violence (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.27 — 482 ratings — published
Dirty Ground: The Tricky Space Between Sport and Combat (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.67 — 36 ratings — published 2013
Dead or Alive: The Choice is Yours - The Definitive Self-Protection Handbook (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.87 — 126 ratings — published 1997
How to Win a Fight: A Guide to Avoiding and Surviving Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.74 — 76 ratings — published 2011
The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.27 — 141 ratings — published 2002
A Book of Five Rings: The Classic Guide to Strategy (Hardcover)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.94 — 62,729 ratings — published 1645
The Art of War (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.94 — 577,914 ratings — published -500
Strong on Defense (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.32 — 93 ratings — published
100 Deadly Skills: Survival Edition: The SEAL Operative's Guide to Surviving in the Wild and Being Prepared for Any Disaster (Audiobook)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.04 — 905 ratings — published 2016
The Fence: The Art of Protection (Nook)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.05 — 93 ratings — published 1998
The Truth About Self Protection (Mass Market Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.21 — 107 ratings — published 1983
Tao of Jeet Kune Do (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.36 — 8,510 ratings — published 1975
Krav Maga for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide to the World's Easiest-to-Learn, Most-Effective Fitness and Fighting Program (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.98 — 207 ratings — published 2008
The Gun Digest Book of Concealed Carry (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.23 — 392 ratings — published 2008
Verbal Judo: The Gentle Art of Persuasion (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.84 — 6,821 ratings — published 1993
Krav Maga: How to Defend Yourself Against Armed Assault (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.92 — 143 ratings — published 2000
The Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.78 — 731 ratings — published 1980
Get Tough! How to Win in Hand-to-Hand Fighting, As Taught to the British Commandos, and U.S. Armed Forces (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.22 — 176 ratings — published 1942
Training for Sudden Violence: 72 Practice Drills (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 5 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.19 — 104 ratings — published
In the Name of Self-Defense:: What it costs. When it's worth it (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 5 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.33 — 48 ratings — published 2014
Stressfire, Vol. 1 (Gunfighting for Police: Advanced Tactics and Techniques)
by (shelved 5 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.23 — 82 ratings — published 1986
Bouncer's Guide to Barroom Brawling: Dealing with the Sucker Puncher, Streetfighter, and Ambusher (Paperback)
by (shelved 5 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.04 — 67 ratings — published 1990
Kill Or Get Killed: Riot Control Techniques, Manhandling, and Close Combat for Police and the Military (Hardcover)
by (shelved 5 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.09 — 138 ratings — published 1976
SAS Survival Handbook: How to Survive in the Wild, in Any Climate, on Land or at Sea (Paperback)
by (shelved 4 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.25 — 5,657 ratings — published 1986
Safe in the City: A Streetwise Guide to Avoid Being Robbed, Raped,Ripped Off, or Run over (Paperback)
by (shelved 4 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.04 — 27 ratings — published 1994
What You Don't Know Can Kill You: How Most Self-Defense Training Will Put You into Prison or the Ground (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 4 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.43 — 47 ratings — published
Force Decisions: A Citizen's Guide (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 4 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.28 — 65 ratings — published 2012
“Self-defense is much, much more than being able to fight. If you don’t think so, go out and just learn Jeet Kune Do. I’ll see you at your funeral.”
― Cheap Shots, Ambushes, and Other Lessons: A Down and Dirty Book on Streetfighting and Survival
― Cheap Shots, Ambushes, and Other Lessons: A Down and Dirty Book on Streetfighting and Survival
“Quietus Interruptus by Stewart Stafford
I've just seen a live mugshot,
A home intruder demands I know,
Crack out knuckle-dusters or mace,
Miscreant justice cold and slow.
Should I invite him in to breakfast?
Serve rich Eggs à la Pepper Spray!
Thump him with my coffee mug,
To end this castle siege for the day.
An amateur matador from this bull fled,
I see frosted breath in a neighbour’s garden,
Shirked his curtain call in a magenta dawn,
Not even a disingenuous “I beg your pardon!”
© 2025, Stewart Stafford. All rights reserved.”
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I've just seen a live mugshot,
A home intruder demands I know,
Crack out knuckle-dusters or mace,
Miscreant justice cold and slow.
Should I invite him in to breakfast?
Serve rich Eggs à la Pepper Spray!
Thump him with my coffee mug,
To end this castle siege for the day.
An amateur matador from this bull fled,
I see frosted breath in a neighbour’s garden,
Shirked his curtain call in a magenta dawn,
Not even a disingenuous “I beg your pardon!”
© 2025, Stewart Stafford. All rights reserved.”
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