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I would recommend this one on audio, especially if you're a Gilmore Girls fan, because Edward Herrmann narrates. It was a pleasure to listen to his voice for 14 hours :)
The story of this man's life, from a rising star runner in high school on the way to the Olympics, to a pilot in WWII to a prisoner of war in Japan was captivating. I haven't seen the movie, but I can't imagine it compares to the book. I felt like I was there with Louis for the ups and downs of his life and I found myself cheerin ...more
The story of this man's life, from a rising star runner in high school on the way to the Olympics, to a pilot in WWII to a prisoner of war in Japan was captivating. I haven't seen the movie, but I can't imagine it compares to the book. I felt like I was there with Louis for the ups and downs of his life and I found myself cheerin ...more
This book was placed into my hands last Sunday. It has been making it's way through my church. I started it Wednesday and just couldn't put it down. What a wonderful and at the same time, horrible book. I think this should be required reading for the nation. Thank you Laura Hillenbrand for writing this and I can't find the words for all the veterans from the past and the men and women serving today, because thank you is just not enough.
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Aug 27, 2016
Diana S
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What a Story!!!! It was very tough to read at times. I got myself gasping quite a few times. Definitely a Good Read!
Sad and uplifting at the same time, this book is a wonderful read that I'm sure will stay with me for some time.
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My thanks to a friend who sent this wonderful read my way. This is first and foremost the story of Louis Zamperini, a troubled child who becomes a troubled adolescent rescued by none other than someone who loves him, his brother, Peter. Peter recognizes his brother's talent for running, usually away from trouble, and channels it into competition. It is as a runner that Louie finds himself winning many races and finally competes in an Olympics but WWII intervenes, changing his life forever.
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This book is a monumental work of non-fiction. It tells of amazing heroism and fortitude during World War II. One cannot help but come away with profound appreciation for the soldiers mentioned in this book and it also heightens your sense of respect for those who have served in the military
Very good - inspiring
May 17, 2011
Anne (Booklady) Molinarolo
marked it as to-read
Aug 31, 2013
Jen • Just One More Page
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it was amazing
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Feb 05, 2014
Nancy
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Dec 04, 2014
Lizz (Beer, Books and Boos)
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May 29, 2015
Cathie
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Oct 16, 2016
Sandy
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