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Unbroken

A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption

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Unbroken

By: Laura Hillenbrand
Narrated by: Edward Herrmann
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 #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the acclaimed author of Seabiscuit comes the incredible true story of survival and salvation that is the basis for two major motion pictures: Unbroken and Unbroken: Path to Redemption.

“Extraordinarily moving . . . a powerfully drawn survival epic.”—The Wall Street Journal

“Hillenbrand’s writing is so ferociously cinematic, the events she describes so incredible, you don’t dare take your eyes off the page.”—People

TIME’S TOP NONFICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR • WINNER OF THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE

In boyhood, Louis Zamperini was an incorrigible delinquent. As a teenager, he channeled his defiance into running, discovering a prodigious talent that carried him to the Berlin Olympics. Then with the start of World War II, the athlete became an airman. When his Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean, against all odds, Zamperini survived. Ahead of him lay thousands of miles of open ocean, leaping sharks, a foundering raft, thirst and starvation, enemy aircraft, and, beyond, a trial even greater. Driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini would answer desperation with ingenuity; suffering with hope, resolve, and humor; brutality with rebellion.

Yet Zamperini’s willpower faced its ultimate test upon his heroic return home after the war. He grappled with PTSD, struggled to come to terms with the injustices done to him, and was set on the path of redemption by a momentous encounter with famed reverend Billy Graham.

An unforgettable story of a man’s journey into extremity, Unbroken is a testament to the resilience of the human mind, body, and spirit. Air Forces Armed Forces Military Military & War Sports World War II
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What did you like most about Unbroken?

An extremely interesting, involving and touching story. No doubt, one of the best I’ve heard!

It's a definitely must-read book

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Would you listen to Unbroken again? Why?

No, but I would be interested in listening to his own account

What was one of the most memorable moments of Unbroken?

Too many to mention without giving it away

What about Edward Herrmann’s performance did you like?

Well paced, well read throughout

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Survival with courage and dignity

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Stunning spirit

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Amazing story of courage, one of the best tales of survival ever writen, brilliant listen on audible excelllent narrator

Haunting brilliance

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