Depression 2.0

With contributions from Douglas Rushkoff , Claire Wolfe and Charles Hugh Smith We have grown accustomed to life in a stable and prosperous society, and many of us are not prepared for financial uncertainty. Depression 2.0 is a practical, empowering, hands-on guide to persevering and even thriving in the event of an economic crisis. Placing particular emphasis on self-sufficiency, community-building, and personal resilience, this timely, informative book offers a hopeful way forward in a time of great uncertainty. Bankruptcy, barter, and survival investing are just a few of the important topics explored. Chapters include: bull; Worst Case Scenario: Contemplating Unemployment bull; Down but Not Out: Economics for Leaner Times bull; Walking Away: Thinking about Bankruptcy bull; In Case of Emergency: The Resilient Home bull; Return to Simplicity: Retreat Options bull; Keeping the Lights on: Home Energy Solutions bull; Between the Cracks: When You Have No Shelter bull; Beyond Currency: When Greenbacks Go Bad bull; Survival Finances: Crisis Investing bull; Future Shift: The Road Ahead Depression 2.0 is the fourth title in Processrs" celebrated Self- Reliance Series , created to help urbanites make smart choices to live sustainably in the twenty-first century.