There are many published "survival" books at archive.org. Many of these date back to the mid 1800's. Back then, these books were not titled nor written as survival books. Instead they went by the name and genre such as Camping, Wood-lore, Exploring etc.

When I was a very young lad in the late 70's and early 80's, books I borrowed from libraries were of this nature. Little did I know - but those books I read then would make a very profound impact and lasting influence in my life - namely my love of the outdoors.