Ever wondered what it takes to survive 47 days at sea, only to be captured and subjected to the brutalities of a POW camp? How does an Olympian turned WWII airman maintain his will to live through such harrowing experiences? And what could possibly lead such a man to forgive his tormentors? Journey through the gripping life story of Louis Zamperini, where resilience meets redemption, and discover the transformative power of forgiveness.
Laura Hillenbrand is an American author best known for her non-fiction works, including the critically acclaimed book "Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption." Published in 2010, "Unbroken" tells the true story of Louis Zamperini, a former Olympic track star who survived a plane crash in the Pacific during World War II, spent 47 days drifting on a raft, and was then captured and tortured by the Japanese navy. Hillenbrand's meticulous research and compelling narrative style have made "Unbroken" a bestseller and it was later adapted into a feature film directed by Angelina Jolie. Her earlier work, "Seabiscuit: An American Legend," also received widespread acclaim and cinematic adaptation.