Louis Zamperini: Survivor and Champion

by Renee Taft Meloche

Book Overview

One of America's fastest runners and a celebrated Olympic racer, Louis Zamperini suddenly found himself adrift when his plane crashed into the Pacific Ocean during World War II. Louie applied his strength, determination, and cleverness to survive many dangers at sea. Captured by the enemy, he endured two years of harsh treatment as a prisoner of war. Battling fears and nightmares after his return home, he found hope and strength as he devoted his...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1624860508
• ISBN13: 9781624860508
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Emerald
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.4" x 8.1"
• Age Range: 5 to 10 years