Super Short Summary

Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand recounts the life of Louie Zamperini, an Italian-American from Torrance, California, who transforms from a troubled youth to an Olympic athlete, only to endure unimaginable hardships as a World War II bombardier. After surviving a plane crash and spending 46 days adrift at sea, Louie is captured by the Japanese and subjected to brutal treatment in multiple POW camps. Upon returning to the U.S., he struggles with post-traumatic stress and alcoholism but ultimately finds redemption and forgiveness. Contains descriptions of wartime violence and physical abuse.