books to add to list

I'm trying to order a few last minute additions to my library. Preferably fiction. Any suggestions?

Also, does anyone have suggestions for fiction that deals with pandemics or other (non-military) type survival stories? I already have The Stand and Alas, Babylon on my list. Thx. -- Libby

Lucifer's Hammer is very good for fairly realistic treatment of TSHTF scenario, both pre and post catastrophe.  Science Fiction  by Niven and Pournell.  Well researched with usefull ideas for survival and social structure (store books sealed watertight in a septic tank! Low likelyhood of looting from there!). 

Mental Survival concepts are demonstrated in the series of books about complete ecology change (humans go to the bottom of the food chain) in A Matter for Men and 4 subsequent books in the "Chtorr" series. Not a lot of practical stuff, but some useful attitude ideas  for "hopeless" grueling ongoing disaster to help with "Why Bother" feelings.

Farnums Freehold by Robert Heinlein, have own copy, excellant book

The last of the MOuntain Men by Harold Peterson, biography, probably the best of them all about norton bomsight technician in wwII wo goes to live a pioneers life on Five mile Bar on The River of no Return in Idaho after the war. Incredible, real man named Sylvan Hart. Fascinating but hard to find my copy is falling apart, dammmmed acid base book paper.

Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, a classic , must read , on self reliance, both mentally and physically. About shipwrecked sailor in the 16th century.

Last of the Breed, by Louis Lamour, fiction about american indian recon jet pilot captured by the Russians in Siberia, put in prison camp, escapes, evades pursuers, many survival tips all factual, ( l. Lamour was renowned for the factual accuracy of his books).

Tunnel in the Sky by Robert Heinllein, About group of high school seniors and college students taking final exam in elective course called Survival 101. Involves being stranded for unplanned long term in unexplorered wilderness on earthlike planet. MUch to be learned on individual survival tactics and group dynamics in stressful situations.

The Art of War by Sun Tzu, over 2000 years old teaches tactics, strategy, and group dynamics in thought provoking, fascinating lessons.

The Prince by Nicolo Machiavelli, written in the 1500's teaches politics, diplomacy, group and individual manipulation, for both yours and their benefit.

Have read all of these at least 3 times each and have found new pearls with each read.