As well as a section on basic survival techniques relevant to any hostile environment, this book contains specific details pertinent to survival in desert areas, including finding water and preserving supplies, shelter from heat and cold, hunting, hazards and navigation. Drawing on practical, first hand knowledge, the entries are arranged in order of survival priority, with photographs, cutaway drawings and diagrams. Specially designed to fit in a rucksack or pocket, this book is the essential companion for any desert adventure.