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Everyone at some point of time has read or heard about World War II, but you will never see such a story like this. Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand illustrates you a story from a never before standpoint. It's about Louis "Louie" Zamperini, a World War II-era bomber who pretty much is a real-life indestructible superhero managing to survive bullets, bombs, sharks, and prison camps to make it home alive. So if you think you've seen it all, I advise for you pick up Unbroken for an almost unbelievable true story of strength, courage, and perseverance. I guarantee this is one World War II story unlike any other.

Louie Zamperini experiences a lot of challenges and to see how he overcame all of them made me think that perseverance was the best theme

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