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I Had to Survive: How a Plane Crash in the Andes Inspired My Calling to Save Lives,Used
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On October 12, 1972, a Uruguayan Air Force plane carrying members of the Old Christians rugby teamand many of their friends and family memberscrashed into the Andes Mountains. I Had to Survive offers a gripping and heartrending recollection of the harrowing brinkofdeath experience that propelled survivor Roberto Canessa to become one of the worlds leading pediatric cardiologists.As he tended to his wounded teammates amidst the devastating carnage of the wreck, rugby player Roberto Canessa, a secondyear medical student at the time, realized that no one on earth was luckier: he was aliveand for that, he should be eternally grateful. As the starving group struggled beyond the limits of what seemed possible, Canessa played a key role in safeguarding his fellow survivors, eventually trekking with a companion across the hostile mountain range for help.This fine line between life and death became the catalyst for the rest of his life.This uplifting tale of hope and determination, solidarity and ingenuity gives vivid insight into a world famous story. Canessa also draws a unique and fascinating parallel between his work as a doctor performing arduous heart surgeries on infants and unborn babies and the difficult lifechanging decisions he was forced to make in the Andes. With grace and humanity, Canessa prompts us to ask ourselves: what do you do when all the odds are stacked against you?
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'I Had to Survive'? A: The main theme of 'I Had to Survive' is the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity, as illustrated by Roberto Canessa's experiences during the plane crash in the Andes and his subsequent journey of survival.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Dr. Roberto Canessa, a pediatric cardiologist and one of the survivors of the 1972 Andes plane crash.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on March 1, 2016.
- Q: How many pages does 'I Had to Survive' have? A: 'I Had to Survive' has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in memoirs? A: Yes, 'I Had to Survive' falls under the memoir category and is suitable for readers interested in personal stories of survival and resilience.
- Q: Does the book include any medical insights related to the author's profession? A: Yes, the book draws parallels between the author's experiences in the Andes and his work as a pediatric cardiologist, providing unique medical insights.
- Q: In what way does the book discuss life-changing decisions? A: The book discusses the difficult life-changing decisions Roberto Canessa had to make during the survival ordeal, highlighting the moral and ethical dilemmas faced in extreme circumstances.
- Q: What is the condition of the book listed for sale? A: The condition of the book is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: Can I expect an uplifting message from this book? A: Yes, 'I Had to Survive' conveys an uplifting message of hope, determination, and the strength of solidarity among survivors.