The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence
by Gavin de Becker
The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence by Gavin de Becker holds a highly rated rating of 4.19 out of 5, based on 14.6K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 352 pages.
About The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence
True fear is a gift.Unwarranted fear is a curse.Learn how to tell the difference.A date won't take "no" for an answer. The new nanny gives a mother an uneasy feeling. A stranger in a deserted parking lot offers unsolicited help. The threat of violence surrounds us every day. But we can protect ourselves, by learning to trust—and act on—our gut instincts.In this empowering book, Gavin de Becker, the man Oprah Winfrey calls the nation's leading expert on violent behavior, shows you how to spot even subtle signs of danger—before it's too late. Shattering the myth that most violent acts are unpredictable, de Becker, whose clients include top Hollywood stars and government agencies, offers specific ways to protect yourself and those you love, including how to act when approached by a stranger, when you should fear someone close to you, what to do if you are being stalked, how to uncover the source of anonymous threats or phone calls, the biggest mistake you can make with a threatening person, and more. Learn to spot the danger signals others miss. It might just save your life.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Gavin de Becker |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 352 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Psychology, Self-Help, Science, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.19 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,609 |
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What genre is The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence?
The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence is categorized as Non-Fiction, Psychology, Self-Help, Science. Its primary genre classification is Science.
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Based on 14.6K reader ratings, The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence has an average score of 4.19 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence?
The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence has 352 pages.
Who wrote The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence?
The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence was written by Gavin de Becker. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence?
The ISBN-13 for The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence is 9780747538360.0.
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