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

by Laura Hillenbrand

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"Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption" is a biography by Laura Hillenbrand about Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner and World War II veteran. The book chronicles Zamperini's early life, his Olympic career, and his military service. In 1943, Zamperini's plane crashed in the Pacific Ocean, and he and two other survivors drifted for 47 days before being captured by the Japanese. Zamperini endured brutal treatment in prisoner of war camps, but ultimately survived and returned home after the war. The book also delves into Zamperini's struggles with PTSD and alcoholism after his return, and his eventual redemption after finding religion. "Unbroken" is a compelling story of resilience and the human spirit.

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