This book is a collection of stories that examine why some individuals will survive, what appears to be, an impossible situation, while others will succumb to an incident that is, apparently, not as serious. The main element, in all the stories, indicates that the mental strength of the individual has a tremendous impact on whether the person survives or not. When travelling in unfamiliar territory we should always be equipped with essential material items and enough knowledge to give us a greater chance of survival should misfortune befall. Good preparation will give a more positive outlook on the event and will improve the chance of making it out alive.