
On Combat
The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace
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Narrated by:
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Dave Grossman
About this listen
On Combat looks at what happens to the human body under the stresses of deadly battle and the impact on the nervous system, heart, breathing, visual and auditory perception, memory - then discusses new research findings as to what measure warriors can take to prevent such debilitations, so they can stay in the fight, survive, and win. A brief but insightful look at history shows the evolution of combat, the development of the physical and psychological leverage that enables humans to kill other humans, followed by an objective examination of domestic violence in America. The authors reveal the nature of the warrior, brave men and women who train their minds and bodies to go to that place from which others flee.
After examining the incredible impact of a few true warriors in battle, On Combat presents new and exciting research as to how to train the mind to become inoculated to stress, fear, and even pain. Expanding on Lt. Col. Grossman's popular "bulletproof mind" presentation, the audiobook explores what really happens to the warrior after the battle, and shows how emotions, such as relief and self-blame, are natural and healthy ways to feel about having survived combat. A fresh and highly informative look at post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) details how to prevent it, how to survive it should it happen, how to come out of it stronger, and how to help others who are experiencing it.
On Combat is easy to understand and powerful in scope. It is a true classic that will be listened to by new and veteran warriors for years to come.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.
©2013 Dave Grossman and Loren W. Christensen (P)2013 Hachette AudioIt saddens me to think how many lives could have been saved if we were all taught this during basic training.
A must read.
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Where does On Combat rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
The best factual book I have listened to thus far.What did you like best about this story?
There is so much detail. Most other books skirt round some of the 'harder' topics, but not this one. Col Grossman leaves nothing out and if you are the sort of person that enjoys analysis, then this book is for you.What does Dave Grossman bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
I listen on the way to and from work. You cannot do that with a book (legally, anyway).If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
I think it would be too long for a film - generic review question?!Any additional comments?
After finishing this audiobook, I felt compelled to e-mail Lt Col Grossman to congratulate him. Fantastic. His reading of 'Into Battle' at the start makes the hairs stand on the back of your neck.Extremely useful and informative.
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As the ancient Greek Archilochus stated, "we don't rise to the level of our expectations; we fall to the level of our training". That quote I've selected, I think sums up the basic of this book's hypothesis.
Changes your mindset
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Totally Brilliant From Start To Finish
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The fact this audiobook is delivered by the author LT. Col. Grossman is priceless it is delivered in the way in which it was truly intended. Reading is fine, having it read to you is also fine, but having the author deliver his message direct to your ears is as good as it gets.
Educationally a must for all who professionally deal with conflict
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Amazing
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Highly recommended
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excellent
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Great insight
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I personally found it got in the way of the serious research underneath. I was also annoyed by the lack of citations and proof, you had to take the author's word on it.
Lastly the author narrates the book and he's clearly not a professional. The flow and delivery just lacks polish.
Shame too, there are some really interesting claims and arguments in the book, but they're too sparsely packed within trivia.
Disappointed, aimed at law enforcement
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