{"product_id":"louis-zamperini-survivor-and-champion-heroes-of-history-for-young-readers","title":"Louis Zamperini: Survivor and Champion (Heroes of History for Young Readers)","description":"The plane began to slowly glide,\nthen much to Louie's shock\nit started shaking back and forth,\nthen dropped down like a rock.\n\nIt hit the water, blew apart,\nbut Louie had survived!\nHe saw a drifting raft he'd need\nto help him stay alive.\n\nOne of America's fastest runners and a celebrated Olympic racer, Louis Zamperini (1917-2014) 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 life to God and to serving others. The adventurous life of this survivor and champion is an inspiration to all.\n\nWhether reading for themselves or being read to, children love the captivating rhyming poems and unforgettable color illustrations of the Heroes of History for Young Readers series.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1624860508\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1624860508.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Pollard, Bryan|Meloche, Renee Taft\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43172286300221,"sku":"BVV.1624860508.G","price":6.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1624860508-0.jpg?v=1778619917","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/louis-zamperini-survivor-and-champion-heroes-of-history-for-young-readers","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}