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Unbroken

A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption
Hillenbrand, Laura (Book - 2010)
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On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared--Lt. Louis Zamperini. Captured by the Japanese and driven to the limits of endurance,

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On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared--Lt. Louis Zamperini. Captured by the Japanese and driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini would answer desperation with ingenuity; suffering with hope, resolve, and humor.

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Publisher: New York : - Random House
Pages: 473
Edition: 1st ed
ISBN: 9781400064168, 1400064163, 9780007386642
Language: English
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [407]-457) and index.
Statement of responsibility: Laura Hillenbrand
Physical description: xviii, 473 p. : ill., map, ports. ; 25 cm.
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May 11, 2012
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An amazing story and written beautifully!

May 02, 2012
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Heard about this book on The View this morning. I have placed a hold at the library.

May 02, 2012
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Well written story that will have you amazed at the tenacity of the human spirit. Not just for history buffs, it is a personal story that will enlighten you about the Pacific war and it's affect on Zamporini's life and those around him

Apr 13, 2012
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I read this book in two days while on vacation. One of my top ten of 2012.

Mar 29, 2012
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Great story! I could not put down. The details of the POW camps are very well done.

Feb 28, 2012
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A very well-written and engaging story of one man and his friends who fought and were POWS during WWII. I don't think any of us can truly comprehend what that generation went through and how much they sacrificed throughout those years. Reading accounts like this is one way of honoring as well as remembering their strength and their belief in what they were fighting for.

Feb 27, 2012
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Wow. An unbelievable story of one man's tenacity. Really reinforces the adage, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. This really should be a must read, and should be required reading in high schools.

Feb 20, 2012
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A riveting story of survival from WW II. I found the atrocities and abuse difficult to read and the testament to human spirit and endurance is almost overwhelming. However, if you like 'survival' stories, this is a good one.

Feb 18, 2012
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a wow book highly reccomend to all!!!!

Feb 11, 2012
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This true story of track star Louis Zamperini's life is an incredible survival story. I could have done without all the earlier information on his childhood and perhaps less details about his days as an Olympic athlete but his experiences in the war both before and after his capture by the Japanese was excellent reading. It's really amazing what he survived.

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Feb 18, 2012
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Mar 23, 2012
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Violence: some parts are grusome.

Mar 05, 2011
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Violence: Main character's treatment in the internment camp was violent.

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