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Book Synopsis: Discover how human beings react to danger–and what makes the difference between life and death
Today, nine out of ten Americans live in places at significant risk of earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, terrorism, or other disasters. Tomorrow, some of us will have to make split-second choices to save ourselves and our families. How will we react? What will it feel like? Will we be heroes or victims? In her quest to answer these questions, award-winning journalist Amanda Ripley traces human responses to some of recent history’s epic disasters, from the explosion of the Mont Blanc munitions ship in 1917–one of the biggest explosions before the invention of the atomic bomb–to the journeys of the 15,000 people who found their way out of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. To understand the science behind the stories, Ripley turns to leading brain scientists, trauma psychologists, and other disaster experts. She even has her own brain examined by military researchers and experiences, through realistic simulations, what it might be like to survive a plane crash into the ocean or to escape a raging fire.
Ripley comes back with precious wisdom about the surprising humanity of crowds, the elegance of the brain’s fear circuits, and the stunning inadequacy of many of our evolutionary responses. Most unexpectedly, she discovers the brain’s ability to do much, much better–with just a little help.
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Are you prepared for the unthinkable? In today's world, disaster can strike at any moment, putting you and your loved ones in immediate danger. But what sets apart those who survive from those who don't? Award-winning journalist Amanda Ripley delves into the depths of human reactions to danger in her gripping book, "The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes - and Why". With real-life stories of epic disasters and insights from leading experts, Ripley uncovers the secrets to survival and offers invaluable wisdom for those seeking to protect themselves and their families.
With the potential for earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, terrorism, and other disasters looming over our heads, it is crucial to understand how we may react in these life-threatening situations. Will we freeze or act decisively? Will we rise above our fears or succumb to them? Ripley's extensive research and interviews with brain scientists and trauma psychologists shed light on the science behind our responses to crises.
Ripley goes above and beyond by putting herself in the shoes of survivors through realistic simulations. She undergoes brain examinations by military researchers and experiences firsthand what it takes to survive a plane crash into the ocean or escape a raging fire. These encounters provide invaluable insights into the workings of the human brain and its potential to perform at its best in times of adversity.
Prepare to be captivated as Ripley explores the surprising humanity of crowds, the astonishing resilience of our brain's fear circuits, and the shocking inadequacy of our evolutionary responses. But fear not, for there is hope. Ripley also reveals that with just a little help, our brains have the capacity to exceed expectations and navigate through the most harrowing of situations.
Don't leave your survival to chance. Equip yourself with the knowledge and wisdom found in "The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes - and Why". Discover the secrets that can mean the difference between life and death. Get your copy today and ensure the safety of your loved ones.
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