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Miracle in the Andes: 72 Days on the Mountain and My Long Trek Home 96 reviews
Nando Parrado, Vince Rause
Three Rivers Press, 2007
Phenomenal book
An amazing story that I couldn't put down! I was awestruck by the sheer impossibility of anyone surviving. The most striking moment was under the avalanche in which Nando surrendered his life and was ready to die.
Their courage and instincts for survival were amazing. The message I took away is that love can inspire a person to do miraculous things and that God is too distant to rely on or ...
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Dancing Barefoot: five short but true stories about life in the so-called space age120 reviews
Wil Wheaton, Ben Claassen III
Monolith Pr, 2003
Dancing Barefoot or Why Wil Wheaton ROCKS
This book is great. Any fan of Wil's should check it out. Anyone who hates Wil should check it out to find out why Wil Wheaton ROCKS.
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Seductive Poison: A Jonestown Survivor's Story of Life and Death in the People's Temple252 reviews
Deborah Layton
Anchor, 1999
Oh MY GOSH, BEST EVER
I read this book in 3 days. I couldn't put it down. It keeps you wanting to know more! It made me sick how many people were involved with such a mind-freak! They didn't even recognize what was going on. This is a must read!
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True Story of the 3 Little Pigs145 reviews
Jon Scieszka
Viking Children's Books, 1991
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs
The story, The True Story Of The Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka is about a wolf named Alexander T.Wolf and three little pigs. People think they know the story of the three little pigs but everything is all wrong. This is the "real" story of the three little pigs. Once upon a time there was a wolf that was making a birthday cake for his granny. But he didn't have a cup of sugar so he went to ...
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To Sleep with the Angels: The Story of a Fire91 reviews
David Cowan
Ivan R. Dee, 1998
An Entire Community Destroyed by a Tragic Arson Fire
This is one Chicago tragedy that resonates with me strongly. My former attorney, recently deceased, was a survivor of the deadly fire at Our Lady of Angels Catholic School.
Despite our shared interest in history, he never spoke of the fire during the twenty years in which I knew him. Last year, I found a web site maintained by survivors of the fire and questioned him about the inclusion of his ...
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Alicia122 reviews
Alicia Appleman-Jurman
Bantam Press, 1990
An irrepressible spirit of survival
Raised from the age of five in Buczacz, which was roughly a third Jewish at that time, Alicia was sheltered relatively well from the anti-Semitism that plagued her town, as well as the rest of Europe. She had many friends, both Jewish and Christian.
After the Hitler-Stalin Pact of 1939, whereby the two genocidal dictators divided Poland between them, Buczacz fell into the Soviet zone. The ...
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The Pianist101 reviews
Wladyslaw Szpilman
Picador, 1999
Incredible story!
This book is an incredible story of survival. I have seen the movie also. I would recommend both!
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They Cage the Animals at Night: 2The True Story of a Child Who Learned to Survive185 reviews
Jennings Michael Burch
Signet, 1985
I've read it over ten times
Since I first read this book over 15 years ago I've read the book over 10 times. I read it three times the first year. I felt it was an amazing story, very touching, and able to tug at me each time I read it. The strength and courage that the author had was amazing.
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The Heavenly Man: The Remarkable True Story of Chinese Christian Brother Yun138 reviews
Brother Yun, Paul Hattaway
Monarch Books, 2002
JES AMAZING!
THIS book is SOOOO Good.. its one of the Best Books EVER. I Was in YWAM and they made me read it.. And I Did NOT want to FINISH IT.. i wanted this book to last Forever.. its That Good. His True to life Stories are Inspring and Amazing!. Will Motivate you to Seek after God all the More.
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From Baghdad, With Love: A Marine, the War, and a Dog Named Lava114 reviews
Jay Kopelman, Melinda Roth
The Lyons Press, 2006
Love and War
This is not a book I would have ever picked up on my own. Although I love and care about dogs, and all animals, with a passion, I generally don't have any interest in reading true-life "My Dog and Me" stories. However, my mother highly recommended it and now I'm glad I read it, because it made the war more real to me that just about anything else has.
The heart of the story is, of course, ...
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They Poured Fire On Us From The Sky: The True Story of Three Lost Boys from Sudan61 reviews
Alphonsion Deng, Benjamin Ajak, ...
PublicAffairs, 2005
Written from the heart.
My favorite little independent bookshop, Latitude 33, recommended I read this when they found out I was interested in African Affairs. Melanie, the manager, said that she and several of her book club customers read the book and loved it. That was encourgement enough for me.
I was completely caught off guard.
"They Poured Fire on us From the Sky" changed my life in a profound way.
After ...
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The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership62 reviews
James C. Hunter
Prima Pub, 2002
Outstanding
These principles of Leadership are timeless and outstanding. It should be read and put into practice by everyone. This really is the True Essence of Leadership. I wish I could have read it years ago.
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Sins of South Beach The True Story of Corruption, Violence and the Making of Miami Beach70 reviews
Alex Daoud
Pegasus, 2007
Quick and Fascinating Read
Just couldn't put this book down! A real page turner! I own a condo on SoBe since the early '90s, but visited during the '80s. Saw how the area was built up and changed for the better. It's a shame that corruption was needed in order to accomplish this effort. Really tells you a lot about how politics work in South Florida.
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My Brother's Voice: How a Young Hungarian Boy Survived the Holocaust: A True Story72 reviews
Stephen Nasser, Sherry Rosenthal
Stephens Press, 2003
A Great Lesson in Hope
Stephen Nasser recently came to my company to speak about his account during the Holocaust and I have just finished reading his book. I have to admit that I wasn't exactly motivated in the beginning to read the book as I like to stay away from depressing subjects such as the Holocaust, but once I got started it was hard to put down. Reading much like a diary - which is what his writings are ...
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The Greatest Game Ever Played: A True Story71 reviews
Mark Frost
Hyperion, 2005
If you liked this book, you MUST read this interview
I found this incredible interview regarding how the game of Golf has changed over the years. You wouldn't believe the evolution! If you have any interest in the history of Golf, this is a must read. If you want to become even more knowledgeable on the subject, scroll to the bottom of the interview and get in touch with the author. After reading, I guarantee you will be able to lead the most ...
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Owen & Mzee: The True Story Of A Remarkable Friendship79 reviews
Isabella Hatkoff, Craig Hatkoff and Dr. Paula Kahumbu
Scholastic Press, 2006
An Astonishing Story on Friendship and Resilience
The well-written book portrays a heart-warming story about friendship. Mzee's love and guidance, along with Owen's resilience, proves that Science can't always explain what brings species together. The book contains factual material, as partially told by the general manager of Haller Park, Dr. Paula Kahumbu. Photographer Peter Greste brings this story to life with his photos that capture all the ...
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Bruchko: The Astonishing True Story of a 19-Year-Old American, His Capture by the Motilone Indians and His ...64 reviews
Bruce Olson
Charisma House, 2006
Bruchko
One of my all-time favorites. This is the second copy purchased. Never got the other returned.
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In the Company of Heroes : The True Story of Black Hawk Pilot Michael Durant and the Men Who Fought and Fell ...88 reviews
Steven Hartov
Simon & Schuster Audio, 2003
Awesome
I recently purchased this book, and I wish there were words enough to relay just how great it is. In the Company of Heros illistrates brilliantly the account of Night Stalker pilot Mike Durant, and his experience in somolian captivity. Mr. Durant may be a pilot by trade, however his story and how he tells it are amazing. This book is a great buy for anyone, but it is a MUST READ for any Army ...
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Iron Coffins87 reviews
Herbert A. Werner
Mandarin, 1990
Green Salami and Moldy Bread
Commander Werner has written a fascinating account of his experiences as a German U-Boat captain during WWII. A variety of books have been written about overall submarine warfare, but this author provides us with an interesting perspective based on his personal experiences.
We quickly learn that the submariner leads a harrowing life in a claustrophobic metal tube where the humidity quickly ...
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Tears of Rage - From Grieving Father to Crusader for Justice: The Untold Story of the Adam Walsh Case79 reviews
John Walsh
Atria, 1997
The saddest book I have ever read.
I've never read a book so gripping or heart wrenching. My condolences to you and your family Mr. Walsh; my heart breaks for you.
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