I am in two different book clubs (I told you I love to read!), and both of them are reading the book, "Unbroken" for March. I just finished it, and let me tell you, this is one of those books that sticks with you for a long time.
It is a true story about an Olympic runner, Louis Zamperini, who enlists in World War II. His plane goes down and he is a prisoner of war for like 4 years.
There were some very difficult parts in the book, like when he gets abused at a Japanese POW camp, as one officer tries repeatedly to break his spirit. But he remains unbroken no matter what happens to him. It is a wonderful testament to the human spirit, of someone who endures to the end, and who never gives up no matter how bleak things seem. And it's a true story, which makes it all so much better! (the guy is actually still alive! Here is him, lighting the Olympic torch at 94 years old!)
SUCH an inspiring book! No matter how hard things get, and however hopeless life may feel sometimes, LIFE is always worth it!
Love the message!! Maybe I'll have to read this book next. From your description, I think I might need to buy a box of tissues when I get this book.
ReplyDeleteI love reading inspiring books--I'll have to put this one on my list. You mentioned you were reading this book for March....it's only March 3rd! Either you're a speedy reader, or it was a great read. Or possibly both!
ReplyDeleteWow, that sounds like an amazing book. I absolutely love the picture of him as an old man! What a cute elderly man. It would be so interesting to talk to him and hear some of these stories from him in person. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a great book. I have been looking for good books to read lately--I'll have to check that one out.
ReplyDeleteMy friend just recommended this to me. I really need to read it!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to read this book so much! I read part of the middle when I was reading to a lady in a care home and almost immediately loved it. I love true inspiring stories!
ReplyDeleteThis book sounds pretty great! How inspiring it is to hear of people like this. It really shows how far the human body/mind can really go if you allow it to!
ReplyDeleteI think this book's message is one we all need to hear every once in a while. It can be so hard at times to keep your head up and endure sometimes. I love true stories that show us how real people are overcoming and making the best of life!
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