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ConCom: Conflict Communications presents a functional taxonomy to see, understand and manipulate the roots of conflict.

Conflict and violence cover a broad range of behaviors, from intimidation to murder, and require an equally broad range of responses. A kind word will not resolve all situations, nor will wristlocks, punches, or even a gun.

"Lightning in a bottle." (Robert Crowly, Attorney, former Major, U.S. Army Special Forces)

"Straight forward, life saving information." (Mark ‘Animal’ MacYoung

"A must read book for LEO's, Martial Artists...highly recommend!" (Detective Sgt. Tony Urena, SWAT sniper, 6th dan, narcotics officer)

“It's the real thing!” (Steve Barnes, author, martial artist)

Knife fighting is ugly business, so you'd better know what you're doing if you ever find yourself in one. This book will show you the down-and-dirty reality of knife fighting, from choosing the best knife to devious street tricks commonly used to get in the first strike.

Streetfighting is a down and dirty topic, and the author, an ex-streetfighter, shares his hard-learned lessons here. Want to know how to recognize a mugging setup? How to avoid getting sucker punched? It's all here, as well as tips on bullies, weapons, martial arts vs. streetfighting and more.

True fear is a gift. Unwarranted fear is a curse. Learn how to tell the difference.

Discover how human beings react to danger–and what makes the difference between life and death.

Who is the devil you know?

Is it your lying, cheating ex-husband?
Your sadistic high school gym teacher?
Your boss who loves to humiliate people in meetings?
The colleague who stole your idea and passed it off as her own?

"When you react, the event controls you. When you respond, you're in control."

The cell walls seem to close in as he buries his head in his hands. The same thoughts repeat over and over in his fogged mind: It all happened so quick. One second I was getting out of my car, the next he was attacking me. Now I'm being charged with manslaughter!