{"product_id":"self-defense","title":"Self-Defense: Mastering Urban Survival Techniques","description":"\u003cp\u003ePersonal safety begins long before physical contact. Self-Defense brings together practical ideas for awareness, prevention, verbal boundaries, movement, and response when an unsafe situation develops. David Burnell approaches urban safety through the experience of an instructor who has spent years teaching people to make better decisions under stress. The emphasis is on understanding options, leaving dangerous circumstances when possible, and using appropriate defensive action only when necessary. A grounded guide for readers who want preparedness based on capability rather than fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe city presents an unpredictable mix of spaces, people, routines, and possible hazards. A sound defensive plan starts with understanding surroundings and maintaining options, not collecting complicated techniques. Burnell discusses the relationship between awareness and action, including how confidence, body language, distance, and early decisions influence what happens next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor situations that cannot be avoided, the book emphasizes straightforward principles intended to support escape and personal protection, always within the bounds of safety and responsible judgment. It is written for ordinary readers seeking a practical starting point rather than a theatrical image of toughness. The underlying goal is to go about life with less fear because preparation has become a skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Downloadable EPUB eBook or MP3 audiobook. This is a digital product, not a physical book.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Burnell","offers":[{"title":"eBook (EPUB)","offer_id":71629747257597,"sku":"DB-BOOK-018-EPUB","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audiobook (MP3)","offer_id":71629747290365,"sku":"DB-BOOK-018-MP3","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/7800\/0381\/files\/Self-DefenseeBookCover.png?v=1792636266","url":"https:\/\/davidburnell.com\/products\/self-defense","provider":"DAVID BURNELL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}