Want to know how to wear a kilt, prevent a hangover, get out of a sinking car, or survive your next hike? The moment you step outside your front door, the world confronts you with obstacles and opportunities—so be prepared. With solid information and plenty of humor, Nigel Holmes covers how etiquette varies from country to country, how to deliver a baby, how to deal with venomous snakebites, what to do if you're attacked by a crocodile or a shark, and how to predict the weather by looking at the clouds.