n nTo be successful and enjoy a happy life, its important to do all the right things: become well educated and wise, develop a strong work ethic, always act with integrity, and treat others well. But whats equally important-yet widely overlooked-is avoiding the calamities that cause you to suffer, go back to square one, or worst of all, die a premature death.n n nn nFamed investor Whitney Tilson has made a living managing risks with investments. Now, he turns his attention to the risks in our everyday lives.n n nn nThe Art of Playing Defense is a practical and actionable guide filled with common sense ideas for avoiding lifes calamities, such as marrying the wrong person or having a good marriage go bad, getting thrown in jail, going bankrupt, or suffering a debilitating illness or injury. With Whitneys help, you can avoid these disastrous outcomes. n n nn nIts no fun thinking about all the things that can go wrong in life, but if you want to get ahead, you have to start by not falling behind.n