Summary and Analysis of Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption: Based on the Book by...

Summary and Analysis of Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption: Based on the Book by...
ISBN-10
1504044924
ISBN-13
9781504044929
Category
Study Aids
Pages
30
Language
English
Published
2017-05-09
Publisher
Open Road Media
Author
Worth Books

Description

So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of Unbroken tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Laura Hillenbrand’s book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption includes: Historical context Chapter-by-chapter overviews Detailed timeline of events Character profiles Important quotes Fascinating trivia Glossary of terms Supporting material to enhance your understanding of the original work About Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand: Louis Zamperini was a true American hero: He proudly represented the United States as a champion runner in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, served his country as a skilled Air Corps bombardier during World War II, and survived more than a month lost at sea after his plane crashed into the Pacific Ocean—only to end up as a prisoner of war in Japan. When he was finally released, Zamperini was tormented by personal demons and wracked by post-traumatic stress disorder. After meeting evangelical minister Billy Graham, he became a born-again Christian and was able to forgive the captors who tortured him. More than a military biography, Unbroken is a timeless, engrossing, and inspiring story of bravery, endurance, and resilience. The summary and analysis in this ebook are intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction.

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