The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals that Protect Us from Violence

The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals that Protect Us from Violence
ISBN-10
0747538352
ISBN-13
9780747538356
Series
The Gift of Fear
Category
Electronic books
Pages
340
Language
English
Published
2000
Publisher
Bloomsbury Paperbacks
Author
Gavin De Becker

Description

In this work, Gavin de Becker shows you how to spot even subtle signs of danger - before it's too late. Shattering the myth that most violent acts are unpredictable, de Becker offers specific ways to protect yourself and those you love, including ideas on how to act when approached by a stranger.

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