Andrew Clement's "A Week in the Woods" highlights the themes of survival and resilience when faced with unexpected life challenges. The protagonist, Mark, finds himself unexpectedly lost in the woods without any provisions or means to contact the outside world. He needs to navigate his fears, overcome physical barriers, and find creative solutions to sustain himself in difficult conditions. Through Mark's struggles and eventual redemption, readers learn the importance of resilience and how one can rise above adversity by tapping into inner strength and adaptability.