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Unbroken (Movie Tie-in Edition): A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption
Laura Hillenbrand, Laura Hillenbrand
4.44 AVERAGE
4.48k reviews for:
Unbroken (Movie Tie-in Edition): A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption
Laura Hillenbrand, Laura Hillenbrand
4.44 AVERAGE
this is a really good book, mostly because Laura Hillenbrand is an amazing author when it comes to historical stories [albeit, a bit dramatized in the sense she wasn't there and is relying on the story telling process]. this story made me think about WWII and the Pearl Harbor attacks differently, it laces individual emotions in with the facts from a history book.
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Fully amazing and inspirational. Well-written. Riveting. I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone. I can't imagine a person who wouldn't like it. Though it is a true story, detailing fully fact-checked historical events, it reads more like a novel in many places. "Characters" are fully developed. The people and places are made tangible by Hillenbrand. This is no dry, historical narrative. It was also very interesting to read it with J. It's not really a typical read-aloud book, and, especially at first, I didn't feel like it worked well in that regard. But soon I was glad to be reading it with him, as there is a lot to discuss. This book is a home-run, for me. 100%. A++.
Oh my God! What an incredible story. Reading this book was like riding a roller coaster or watching a nail-biter football game. It kept me on the edge of my seat alternating from gasping in disbelief to letting out a sigh of relief. I can't imagine how I would fare if faced with the trials that Louis Zamperini faced. I am sure I would not have survived.
When we think of WW11, we mostly think of the Germans and the atrocities of Hitler. History has glossed over the atrocities of the Japanese. After reading this book, I remain committed to my feelings against torture of prisoners. I don't like hearing the excuse "it's war." The things the Japanese did to our captured soldiers is unthinkable, unforgivable (even though we did.) The things we also do to those we hold captive is unthinkable, unforgivable.
Louis Zamperini is an amazing human. His ability to survive and forgive is something we should all strive to do. Life has not thrown even an ounce of tragedy towards me compared to what was thrown to Louis. If he can survive, so can I. No one has treated me badly compared to how they treated Louis. If he can forgive, so can I.
This book was so well-written. I was pulled into the story of Louis and Phil. I ached for them and laughed with them. Yes, the story was one that needed to be told, but Ms. Hillenbrand brought it to life.
When we think of WW11, we mostly think of the Germans and the atrocities of Hitler. History has glossed over the atrocities of the Japanese. After reading this book, I remain committed to my feelings against torture of prisoners. I don't like hearing the excuse "it's war." The things the Japanese did to our captured soldiers is unthinkable, unforgivable (even though we did.) The things we also do to those we hold captive is unthinkable, unforgivable.
Louis Zamperini is an amazing human. His ability to survive and forgive is something we should all strive to do. Life has not thrown even an ounce of tragedy towards me compared to what was thrown to Louis. If he can survive, so can I. No one has treated me badly compared to how they treated Louis. If he can forgive, so can I.
This book was so well-written. I was pulled into the story of Louis and Phil. I ached for them and laughed with them. Yes, the story was one that needed to be told, but Ms. Hillenbrand brought it to life.
Loved the book. Really did. I had to drop a star for a couple of reasons, none of which had to do with the power of the story being told. There were other characters introduced, who played some very important roles to play, but I never felt truly connected to them. They would disappear from the story for a while and then pop back in, but I couldn't always remember who was who. The second was that there were a few places where I felt a little bogged down. I can't remember why exactly, but for me a 5 star book shouldn't leave me glad to have it done.
One of a small number of books I can reread and greatly enjoy each time. Fascinating nonfiction historical information accompanied by a riveting plot and characters. A true story that speaks to the deepest essence of the human spirit and will to survive.
Read this for book club. It was a fascinating book that almost seemed too much. What this one man experienced in his lifetime was incredible. He had determination and willpower that seemed unbelievable yet it was true! I learned a lot of fascinating facts that I did not know about World War II. Well worth the time spent.
I think I'll avoid complaining about my life any time soon. Nonfiction about an Olympic champ who joins the military; crashes in the ocean; survives over a month at sea despite dehydration, starvation and sharks; is interred, further starved and abused in Japanese POW camps; and comes home to a good ol' bout of PTSD. Cheerful? Nope. Interesting? Yep. Recommended? Definitely.
This was a very powerful and unforgettable story that everyone should read at some point in their life. It's one of those stories that makes you stop and appreciate the life you have and the countless sacrifices men like Louis gave to protect his country. It should never be forgotten.