Unbroken - The Story of a World War II Hero

1. UNBROKEN - THE
STORY OF A WORLD
WAR II HERO
Richard Pines

2. Unbroken - The Story of a World War II
Hero
• Richard Pines has enjoyed a three-decade-long career in psychiatry, which he
balanced with his deep interest in American history. An avid reader, Richard Pines
has consumed dozens of books about significant American events, including World
War II.

3. Unbroken - The Story of a World War II
Hero
• There are numerous texts discussing World War II, but the nonfiction book
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption is one of
the most recognized. Written by Laura Hillenbrand, the book follows the story of
Louis Zamperini, who begins life as a delinquent youth, transforms into an
Olympic runner, and then becomes an Army Air Forces bombardier when WWII
starts. The story vividly recounts Zamperini’s strength of will and fortitude as he
fights for survival after his plane crashes over the Pacific Ocean.

4. Unbroken - The Story of a World War II
Hero
• Since its release in 2010, Unbroken has been included on the New York Times
bestseller list for more than 180 weeks. The book also earned the Los Angeles
Times Nonfiction Book of the Year Award. In December 2014, Zamperini’s story
will be told in a film directed by Angelina Jolie.