Survival Systems

In Systems of Survival, Jane Jacobs identifies two distinct moral syndromes—one governing commerce, the other politics—and explores what happens when these two syndromes collide. She looks at business fraud and criminal enterprise, government’s overextended subsidies to agriculture, and transit police who abuse the system the are supposed to enforce, and asks us to consider instances in which snobbery is a virtue and industry a vice.

Glitches are appearing across the Minecraft server. Blocks are flickering unexpectedly and randomly disappearing. To make matters worse, villagers are claiming that their entire villages have mysteriously vanished, and they desperately need Gameknight999's help. What's causing the server to overload and glitch, and where have all the NPCs gone? The User-that-is-not-a-user suspects the two questions are related, and that somehow Herobrine's henchmen are responsible.

Book Description – The Microsoft 365 Admin Survival Guide: From Clueless to Cloud King Feeling like Microsoft 365 just threw you into the deep end without floaties? Don’t worry—this book is your inflatable raft, complete with a motor, a map, and maybe a snack or two. The Microsoft 365 Admin Survival Guide is your witty, no-fluff, all-action companion to going from wide-eyed newbie to the crowned ruler of cloud administration. Packed with practical advice, real-world tips, and just enough sarcasm to keep you awake during a Teams meeting, this guide walks you through everything from ...

The World is Dead. The Hunt Has Begun. It started as a calculated attack—terrorist squads infected with a deadly virus unleashed on the U.S. and Europe. But no one predicted what came next. The virus mutated, spreading like wildfire, consuming entire nations. Millions died. The unlucky ones came back. Mindless. Rabid. Driven by a single, relentless instinct—to hunt and kill the few who remain. Hunter, a battle-hardened Iraq War veteran, was ready to leave violence behind. But when civilization collapses overnight, he finds himself back in the fight of his life. Teaming up with a band of...

How much will you sacrifice to survive in a world turned game? When friends and family fall to monsters and aliens everyday, will you choose safety over freedom? These are the questions the survivors in the Yukon must ask themselves. New alien masters arrive, offering safety from ever stronger monsters in return for their freedom and future potential. Thrust into a position of power and influence by dint of his Levels, John must choose—not just for himself but Whitehorse itself. The price, however, might be more than he is willing to pay.

Fight for survival. Build the future. Claim your destiny. In a world where humanity teeters on the brink of extinction, lone wanderer Kai Drayce discovers the Dominion—a long-dormant AI with the power to rebuild civilization or finish what the apocalypse started. Forced into a brutal game of survival, Kai must gather allies, master deadly technology, and unlock the secrets of a shattered world. But every step forward pits him against merciless raiders, mechanical horrors, and the Dominion’s unyielding grip. His only hope lies in the bonds he forges with a group of fierce, brilliant, and...

A failed biological attack ravaged the population of the world. Millions dead, and millions more turned into feral creatures that spend their time hunting down survivors who are desperately trying to rebuild society and make a life for themselves. Several years have passed since the majority of the infected population suddenly dropped out of sight. With the threat seemingly abated, Hunter Ashcroft and other survivors begin to branch out in an effort to find other pockets of civilization. During an expedition to explore the remnants of Nashville, Tennessee, they are surprised to find a ...

It has been a year since the initial outbreak of an infection resulting from a failed terrorist attack. No corner of the globe was spared. Millions simply died during the early days of the outbreak, many more survived with most of those survivors turned into permanently brain-damaged feral creatures. All forms of modern society had collapsed, governments no longer functioned, and electric lights and running water become a thing of the past. A handful of survivors with natural immunity to the virus are alone in a world that now belongs to the infected. Hunter Ashcroft, a wounded vet of the ...

From the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace comes “an eye-opening, fully humanizing, deeply affecting look at the often-misunderstood juvenile justice system and its inhabitants—young people of earnestness, disappointment, hope, and resilience” (Booklist, starred review).

Navigating Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) can feel isolating and overwhelming. This comprehensive guide provides the tools, insights, and strategies needed to build resilience, manage symptoms, and embrace life fully. Designed for those seeking practical, supportive ways to live well with FND, this book combines expert insights with actionable exercises to empower readers on their journey.

The survival economy has you. Day in day out, you’re at the mercy of economic forces you can’t control and yet you’re on the hook when things go wrong. What if things were different? If we were able to live beyond a survival economy, what would that be like and how could that be achieved? By embracing automation and changing our economic system to maximize its impact, we can create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Sound fanciful? It might even be inevitable.

The Ultimate Survival Training Guide – Mastering Real-World Self-Reliance and Bushcraft Skills Are you truly prepared for survival—or just think you are? Many outdoor enthusiasts, bushcrafters, and preppers believe they can survive off the land, but when reality hits—hunger, exhaustion, cold, and isolation—most realize too late that reading about survival is not the same as living it. This book is for those who refuse to be unprepared. The Ultimate Survival Training Guide is a step-by-step blueprint for mastering essential wilderness survival skills, developing real-world self-...

The Rift no longer attacks in mindless waves—it infiltrates. Humanity’s greatest strongholds are rotting from within. Commander Edwin Drayven has stabilized the Nexus network, forging humanity’s last refuge against dimensional collapse. But now, the Hive Mind has evolved a new strategy: Twilight Bastions—human settlements corrupted by Rift influence, hidden in plain sight. When betrayal festers behind friendly walls and Riftborn sleeper agents rise, Edwin must make an impossible choice: root out the traitors before the network fractures—or watch the last hope for survival fall ...

Off the Grid: A Complete Guide to Modern Nomadic Living takes you on an in-depth exploration of what it means to break free from conventional infrastructures and create a life defined by self-reliance, minimal impact, and true independence. From setting up clean energy systems and securing water sources to navigating legal considerations and forming supportive communities, this book lays out an adaptable path for those drawn to a less conventional lifestyle—whether you dream of a rustic cabin in the woods, a self-sufficient homestead on the edge of town, or a roving existence in a ...

Zera Manages to find her way to the desert city of Umbrial. First to get to the city she must first face her Nemesis along with countless bandits. Second she must prove her chosen Princess's worth by competing in the grand tournament. Third she must survive. But not everything is clear cut and easy. There is betrayal and worse yet to come. Monsters of Legend stand in the way of Zera and her freedom. Keywords: LitRPG GameLit No Harem Survival LitRPG

A Mind for the Fight provides you with the necessary tools to facilitate a critical evolution in your survival mindset. Retired Green Beret, renowned martial artist, and infamous street fighter Jim "Smokey" West offers a comprehensive guide to developing the mental game necessary to turn your defense into offense when a violent street assault finds you.

Five Star review from Readers' Favorite Swimming on Mars? Not likely. There is water on Mars, but it is frozen solid beneath the surface. In the future, not long from now, that ice will prove invaluable for those that live there. It will provide not just their water for drinking and growing crops, but also their air, their fuel, and their economic ties with Earth. It will also provide a terrifying experience and a grueling fight for survival for two sisters and their classmates. Cas and Ori are among the first children born on Mars. The Generation Mars series follows their adventures as ...

After the world has been being radiated in 3023, the first survival, a woman in her forties, had to accept her fate that she would never see her daughter again, but the emergence of some kids from an underground bunker renews her hope, and she wants to find her even if the earth is uninhabitable and the search can be dangerous. Tasya Clearlake and her daughter used to live happily. They only have each other and her grandfather, Professor Jafechandler, as her husband died as military personnel on a mission some years ago. Tasya, a manager at a big pharmacy, supports her daughter in ...

⚔️ Voidscale Origins: A LitRPG Prelude of Collapse and Survival ⚔️ When Dr. Elias Chen activated the Quantum Boundary, he didn’t just shatter scientific barriers—he broke the world. Now, thrust into a collapsing reality where survival means adapting to game-like rules, Chen must battle monsters, rival survivors, and the ticking clock of annihilation. In this high-stakes LitRPG adventure, you’ll encounter: ✅ Complex characters facing impossible odds ✅ Intense survival challenges and leveling systems ✅ A rich world blending sci-fi, RPG mechanics, and post-apocalyptic ...

We are used to a world in which our homes are supplied with fresh water, gas, and electricity. We’re used to having our waste removed and our sanitary needs met. These are all things we’ve come to expect, but what would happen if they were taken away? Flooding, hurricanes, and pandemics are affecting areas we once thought were safe from disaster—we shouldn’t take anything for granted.