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Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10 | 
 enlarge | Author: Marcus Luttrell
Creator: Patrick Robinson
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  767 reviews
Sales Rank: 1581
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 390
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 9.4 x 6.2 x 1.5
ISBN: 0316067598
Dewey Decimal Number: 958.1047
EAN: 9780316067591
ASIN: 0316067598
Publication Date: June 12, 2007
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Product Description
On a clear night in late June 2005, four U.S. Navy SEALs left their base in northern Afghanistan for the mountainous Pakistani border. Their mission was to capture or kill a notorious al Qaeda leader known to be ensconced in a Taliban stronghold surrounded by a small but heavily armed force. Less then twenty-four hours later, only one of those Navy SEALs remained alive.
This is the story of fire team leader Marcus Luttrell, the sole survivor of Operation Redwing, and the desperate battle in the mountains that led, ultimately, to the largest loss of life in Navy SEAL history. But it is also, more than anything, the story of his teammates, who fought ferociously beside him until he was the last one left-blasted unconscious by a rocket grenade, blown over a cliff, but still armed and still breathing. Over the next four days, badly injured and presumed dead, Luttrell fought off six al Qaeda assassins who were sent to finish him, then crawled for seven miles through the mountains before he was taken in by a Pashtun tribe, who risked everything to protect him from the encircling Taliban killers.
A six-foot-five-inch Texan, Leading Petty Officer Luttrell takes us, blow-by-blow, through the brutal training of America's warrior elite and the relentless rites of passage required by the Navy SEALs. He transports us to a monstrous battle fought in the desolate peaks of Afghanistan, where the beleaguered American team plummeted headlong a thousand feet down a mountain as they fought back through flying shale and rocks. In this rich , moving chronicle of courage, honor, and patriotism, Marcus Luttrell delivers one of the most powerful narratives ever written about modern warfare-and a tribute to his teammates, who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
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 THIS BOOK IS GREAT! October 7, 2008
This is a great story about a SEAL team against huge odds. I'm horrified that anyone gave it less than a five star. I recommend this for anyone interested in the military stuff or just wants a great book to read. This book is great! Also try loaning it to friends if you think they will like it (trust me they will love it).
MUST READ! October 4, 2008
I have to say this book is an absolute MUST READ! It is mind blowing what these men went through and the story that is told from it. I don't think any movie could ever do this book or story for that matter any justice. I would recommend this book to anyone, even war critics. It's a real eye opener what these men have gone through across seas.
 Never Say Die! October 2, 2008
Bought this book going on hols for a quick read, somewhat drawn by the No 1 New York Times Bestseller Tag. Little bit sceptical initially about further US special forces heroics and admittedly knowing very little about US Navy SEAL's. However the book does not disappoint - it keeps you hooked all the way. It's hard not to feel huge admiration for these guys at the end, their steely determination and willingness to pay the ultimate sacrifice for their comrades or their country. Thought the part in the middle where the team deliberated whether or not to execute the goatherds left me with a bit of an uneasy feeling but I suppose it goes to illustrate the fine line between the life and death decisions associated with some of these missions. Book is engrossing at the tactical level and does not stray into any operational or strategic analysis. Would highly recommend this gripping page turner - it won't disappoint.
Moving Story About Sacrifice September 27, 2008
Very inspirational story about commitment, duty and sacrifice. Although the book was long at certain points, I could not put it down. This is a story about true heroes. If you are inspired by the will to survive, this book is for you.
Breathtakingly spectacular and tragic September 25, 2008
This is by far one of the best books I've ever read. The sheer bravery of these elite warriors who fight for our country leaves me in aww. What they go through and en dour to be a Navy SEAL is beyond my ability and comprehension. It also shows there is good in this world when you least expect it. I was absolutely stunned by the help Marcus received, it made me close my eyes and think no matter how different we all are in this world, we are all linked by goodness and kindness of the heart if we choose it.
From a book standpoint I thought the story was incredible. I thought it was well written and I really enjoyed reading it from Marcus's first hand perspective. His slight humor at times hit home to me and his descriptions of certain things hit home as well and brought the story to your hands.
I am forever honored by the commitment of Marcus and his fallen brothers. I'll never forget this story, and when times are tough I find myself thinking of him and his brothers in arms. God Bless them all and God Bless the U.S.A.
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