Bøger af David Crawford

This is the story of the author's solo walk on the Skye Trail in May 2019 at the age of 69, carrying all his gear and wild camping. The Skye Trail is a challenging 128kms long-distance route, unwaymarked and only for experienced walkers. In this book the author covers the practical aspects of preparing for the trip including chapters on planning, kit, travel, accommodation, navigation and safety. He provides vital information for anyone contemplating a long-distance wild camping trip including filtering water, choosing your food, keeping your electrical devices charged, staying clean and how to deal with midges and ticks. This valuable information is interleaved with the story of his trip, illustrated with many spectacular colour photographs. You will read about the difficulty of finding water during an unusually dry and hot spell, the pleasure of waking to a beautiful morning on the Trotternish ridge and seeing an eagle, his encounter with a herd of cattle blocking his path and the physical and psychological ups and downs of this demanding and challenging route. The book will prove invaluable for anyone thinking of walking the Skye Trail, or any other long distance route. It will also be of interest to armchair enthusiasts who enjoy a good read about the outdoors, hill walking and camping; and an encouragement to anyone who is retired to live life to the full.

The Floorball Guru Primer introduces the fastest growing game in the world to prospective players, coaches and recreation directors. Floorball is a dynamic sport that incorporates some of the best aspects of team-building, and can be performed in a co-ed or competitive league manner. Written by Floorball Guru's David Crawford, the book launches several initiatives on how to enhance a unit curriculum, better lesson plan instruction and overall adaptability of the game for new as well as experienced players. The Floorball Guru Primer also includes several drills and tactics to enhance coaching knowledge, along with a referee's guide to ensure that officiating meets the expectation of those competing. This is the color version of the book, which includes color photographs and graphics.

This study covers the heroic defense of the Oise in the vicinity of Guise by the 228th Reserve Infantry Regiment (French) during the 28th and 29th of August 1914. It includes the concentration, advance and retirement of the IV Reserve Corps. According to the author, the study brings out the lack of liaison and communication in all echelons of command, need for battle training, armies operating together, necessity of a coordinated and organized defense, and difficulty in daylight withdrawals. The second part covers operations that discuss reconnaissance and information, contact, delaying action, gaps between two diverging armies, and movement from one flank of an army to the other.

The Floorball Guru Primer introduces the fastest growing game in the world to prospective players, coaches and recreation directors. Floorball is a dynamic sport that incorporates some of the best aspects of team-building, and can be performed in a co-ed or competitive league manner. Written by Floorball Guru's David Crawford, the book launches several initiatives on how to enhance a unit curriculum, better lesson plan instruction and overall adaptability of the game for new as well as experienced players. The Floorball Guru Primer also includes several drills and tactics to enhance coaching knowledge, along with a referee's guide to ensure that officiating meets the expectation of those competing. This version contains black & white photos & graphics.

Sky-is-falling paranoia isn't helpful. We just need to be alert, prepared, and ready to roll. SIG SWANSTROM and DAVID CRAWFORD help us wrap our minds around why we need to make our emergency preparations a top priority. In the process, they show us how to get ready for a tomorrow that may look very different from today. Similar to CRAWFORD'S bestselling novel 'Lights Out, ' his 48-page novelette 'Ready to Roll, ' which is only available in this book, is a heart-pounding fiction story based on a credible threat. It is also a riveting reminder that grave danger can strike suddenly and without warning. SWANSTROM has extensive experience with crime, civil unrest, and disasters, so he is able to do three things for us. He helps us understand the risks we face today. Plus, he uses the fiction story to give us practical insights, which we can then use to guide our own preparations. And, to further validate his insights, he outlines the U.S. Government's quiet but extensive preparations, so that we can use this information to inform our own planning. SIG SWANSTROM is a security consultant and founder of two firearm defense academies. A former Los Angeles area police detective and SWAT team operator, he has had many deadly force encounters. And, he has also experienced numerous tragic disasters. He was on-scene for two deadly earthquakes, as well as the largest volcanic eruption in modern U.S. history. He was first on-scene at the crash of a commercial airliner in a densely populated residential area, and he arrived minutes after a terrorist bombing of a McDonald's restaurant. In addition, he lived in Guatemala for several years during their bloody civil war. During that time, his installation was attacked three times by insurgents. So, his experience is both diverse and extensive. DAVID CRAWFORD's novel 'Lights Out' is a bestseller and one of the top books in its genre. A theatrical movie based on it, 'The Lights Out Saga; Heroes Will Rise' is currently in production. An avid sportsman, Crawford likes to hunt, fish, hike, off-road, and shoot. He is a 4th-degree black belt in karate and teaches self-defense skills to adults and children. He has been involved in relief efforts after a number of major disasters. This book is the first volume in a four-book series. It explains why preparation is so important. Books 2 and 3, focus on evacuation, safe-haven selection, and shelter-in-place. And, the final book in the series which is scheduled for release in 2019, explains how to set up a safe-haven retreat location.

In Dealing with Privilege, David Crawford argues that white, middle-class dealers are unlikely to suffer the enforcement of drug laws and that, contrary to media portrayals, suburban drug sales are not oriented primarily toward making money but at making friends and having fun.

Provides a detailed study of the rhythms of highland Berber life, from the daily routines of making a living in such a demanding environment to the relationships between individuals, the community, and the national economy.