Louis Zamperini was an athlete and war hero whose incredible life story inspired a global bestseller. His journey from the son of Italian immigrants learning a new language to a record-setting runner at the Berlin Olympics showcases early talent and determination. During World War II, serving as a bombardier, he endured a plane crash and a subsequent 47-day survival at sea, testing his resilience to its limits. After being captured by Japanese forces and spending two years as a prisoner of war, Zamperini returned home, grappling with the trauma of his captivity. His spiritual transformation and subsequent dedication to helping troubled youth demonstrate the depth of his character and perseverance.
The bestselling autobiography of the legendary Louis Zamperini, hero of the blockbuster Unbroken. A modern classic by an American legend, Devil at My Heels is the riveting and deeply personal memoir by U.S. Olympian, World War II bombardier, and POW survivor Louis Zamperini.