I have not written a book report in some time, but I hate to pass up a chance for free gear. The book I would like to report on is “Patriots” by J.W. Rawles. When I was first introduced to the survivalist way of living a good friend of mine suggested this book to me. At the time I did not think that a fictional novel was going to be much help to me. I was wrong…very wrong! Since I have read it, I continually loan it out to people close to me in order to help them get on track when it comes to being prepared for a less than pleasant SHTF scenario. “Patriots” in all actuality is less of a novel and more of a “how to guide” on the subject of group survival. The book is filled with colorful characters and a great story line which makes for easy reading. This is one of the few books that I have read that I could not put down once I started reading it. If you feel like you have hit a wall in your personal training, have covered all your bases, or you are just getting started than this book is a must read for you. You will be able to learn about group development, barter and trade, communications, a little guerrilla warfare, and be entertained all at the same time. I don’t know how to stress enough how important this book is to anyone preparing for TEOTWAWKI!
Jul 062012
Comments (37)
I have never really explored the “survivalist ways”, as I am sure I should. But when I decide to do so, I am sure that I will pick this book first based on this report. Sounds as if this would be more than a manual- which would probably put me to sleep in the first 5 minutes- and more of a how-to snuck into something very entertaining.
I enjoyed the review. It has actually motivated me to begin a different Rawles selection I have borrowed
Well I better get on my reading if I’m going to remain in the clan.
Although I have yet to read this book, I have heard many good things about it. I am not much of a nonfiction reader, so a TEOTWAWKI informational book disguised as a fiction novel sounds right up my alley!
Having known Jeremy for over 13 years through college and the military as well as a deployment to Iraq. I value and respect anything he has to offer. If he says read this book, then you better read this book.
I read this book on your recommendation. It is even better than advertised. Now I am happily reading Rawles’ next book. Thank you, Jeremy.
Two enthusiastic thumbs up. Fine holiday fun.
I thumbed through this book when my hubby borrowed it and it seemed very interesting. It seemed to stress the importance of being prepared for a disaster, whether natural or man-made, and who doesn’t want to survive! I would like to read it also.
This book is awesome. One of my better reads on survivalism.
Good Book!
I did start reading this book, just couldn’t get into it at this point. I’m sure that at some point, I will read it since it is a regular topic around our homestead and seems to be a good way to read something instructive that isn’t a how-to manual.(ugh)
I plan on reading this book after reading your review. The survivalist stuff is really beginning to grab my attention and making me aware of how important it could be.
Good Stuff!
Love it!
Got my vote
Here is my vote
Go Jeremy!
Great Review
Go Hodges Go!
Good Read
I never learned to read
I love this Book!!!
Hooah!!!
Rock On Hodges
Going to have to read this one.
I don’t read unless I have to, but I would read this book if Jeremy told me to!
Jeremy’s review gets my vote!
Great review, great book!
This one gets my vote!
Jeremy’s review gets my vote for sure!
I will have to at least read the back cover of this one!
Go Jeremy go!
I’m not much into this survivalist/prepping business, but I could at least try this book I suppose…
Great review!
This review rocks!
Way to go man , I hope you win!!!
Way do go man, hope you win!!!