The Zombie Survival Guide Chapter Summary & Analysis - Living in an Undead World: The Undead World through Starting Over Summary

Living in an Undead World: The Undead World through Starting Over Summary

In a doomsday scenario, machinery falls into disrepair and perhaps explodes. Zombies first destroy cities and then homes in the countryside, ravaging animals as well as humans. Fortified areas run low on supplies, and the occupants become prey to zombies on excursions or evacuations. Looters on the run are overrun by zombies or destroyed by infighting. The undead will always survive. Some animals will go extinct, and others will adapt. All remnants of civilization will be deserted or destroyed.

To prepare for escape, get a group together to pool resources and abilities. Members of your group can train in useful skills such as farming and blacksmithing. However, a group always has the potential for social problems such as power-grabbing, especially if everyone believes the world is lost. Take advantage of society's knowledge by studying every aspect of survival. Start training yourself to live without luxuries by simplifying your diet,...
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