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Self Defense Books
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The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 54 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.18 — 53,194 ratings — published 1997
Meditations on Violence: A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real World Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 35 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.33 — 1,893 ratings — published 2008
Facing Violence: Preparing for the Unexpected (Paperback)
by (shelved 30 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.25 — 1,050 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 — 433 ratings — published 2013
When Violence Is the Answer: Learning How to Do What It Takes When Your Life Is at Stake (Hardcover)
by (shelved 16 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.25 — 1,478 ratings — published
Principles of Personal Defense (Paperback)
by (shelved 14 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.53 — 871 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 — 461 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 — 408 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 — 4,574 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 3.97 — 3,215 ratings — published 2014
Deadly Force - Understanding Your Right To Self Defense (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 11 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.60 — 564 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 — 751 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 — 3,072 ratings — published 2015
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 4.23 — 111 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 — 9,967 ratings — published 2020
How To Be Your Own Bodyguard (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.10 — 144 ratings — published 2011
ConCom: Conflict Communication A New Paradigm in Conscious Communication (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.23 — 381 ratings — published 2014
Scaling Force: Dynamic Decision Making Under Threat of Violence (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.40 — 172 ratings — published 2012
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 — 12,501 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 4.05 — 105 ratings — published 1990
Violence, Blunders, and Fractured Jaws: Advanced Awareness Techniques and Street Etiquette (Paperback)
by (shelved 8 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.16 — 45 ratings — published 1992
Violence of Mind: Training and Preparation for Extreme Violence (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.26 — 496 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 3.71 — 77 ratings — published 2011
The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.26 — 140 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 — 64,420 ratings — published 1645
The Art of War (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 3.94 — 590,658 ratings — published -500
Strong on Defense (Paperback)
by (shelved 7 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.34 — 94 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 4.03 — 916 ratings — published 2016
The Fence: The Art of Protection (Nook)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.06 — 96 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 — 8,534 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 — 208 ratings — published 2008
The Gun Digest Book of Concealed Carry (Paperback)
by (shelved 6 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.23 — 391 ratings — published 2008
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 — 738 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 4.23 — 177 ratings — published 1942
Training for Sudden Violence: 72 Practice Drills (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 5 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.20 — 107 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 4.05 — 66 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 — 139 ratings — published 1976
Spotting Danger Before It Spots You: Build Situational Awareness To Stay Safe (Head's Up)
by (shelved 4 times as self-defense)
avg rating 4.44 — 165 ratings — published
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 — 5,701 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 4.07 — 28 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 4.40 — 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
“I have to ask one thing," he said. "If it came to it, would you kill someone?"
Lucy Gray chewed, weighing the question. "Maybe in self-defense."
"It's the Hunger Games. It's all self-defense," he said. "But maybe it's best if you run away from the other tributes, and we get you sponsors for food. Wait it out a bit."
"Yeah, that's a better strategy for me," she agreed. "Enduring horrible things is one of my talents.”
― The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Lucy Gray chewed, weighing the question. "Maybe in self-defense."
"It's the Hunger Games. It's all self-defense," he said. "But maybe it's best if you run away from the other tributes, and we get you sponsors for food. Wait it out a bit."
"Yeah, that's a better strategy for me," she agreed. "Enduring horrible things is one of my talents.”
― The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
“We are not ready to fight because we love fighting. We are ready to fight because we are worth fighting for.”
― As Black As Resistance: Finding the Conditions for Liberation
― As Black As Resistance: Finding the Conditions for Liberation
