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Grunt
by Mary Roach
The science of keeping soldiers alive: heat, noise, diarrhea, sharks, sleep, with Roach embedded. Respectful of the troops, playful with the science.
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you want military science's odd corners.
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Skip it if…
you want combat history.
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Three things you will actually use
- Survival is science.
- Small problems kill.
- Honor the researchers.
Do this first
Read the chapter on heat.
Our verdict
Roach's Grunt.
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