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Summary: Moving and Inspirational
Review: This book is so moving I don't feel I can do it justice in a short review. I have never been so affected by one person's story, it makes me catch my breath just thinking about it. I too have had the pleasure of meeting Gen Risner. He is a very kind and easy-going person. His account of his 7 ½ years as a POW in Hanoi Hilton is very inspirational. He tells his story so vividly that it made me cry several times. I agree it not only should be re-released, but mandatory reading for all high school/college students. I am a member of the Air Force and I tell everyone I know they need to get this book! It will change your outlook on life!
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Summary: Wonderful!
Review: This is a great accounting of Gen Risner's years as a POW at the Hanoi Hilton. I couldn't put it down until I had read it in it's entirety!
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Summary: war of survival, ideas, pride
Review: This is probably one of the most important books I've ever read. General Risner employs no verbal tricks in his account of his life as a POW in the Vietnam War; he simply states fact for fact. The visual images of torture are so gripping that despite the 114 pages of this book, it took me days before I turned the last page. And, when I had finally finished, my thoughts and actions were truly changed; I saw whole new levels to the war of ideas, of partisan politics. One passage that struck me in this book, and that I read over and over again, was how one of the factors of surivival for Risner was his belief that the American people were behind him. Ultimately, this book has given me courage that I didn't know I had inside me. This is a painful, extraordinary book.
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Summary: A testament of hope........
Review: To describe courage and bravery, strength and resilience, pride and professionalism, it only takes two words....Robinson Risner. In an ordeal that began in 1965 and lasted for a monumental seven and a half years, he was incarcerated in the Hanoi Hilton and Zoo prison compounds in North Vietnam after he was shot down.Subjected to unspeakable tortures and barbaric conditions, Robinson Risner literally descended into a pit of hell from which he was eventually delivered out of by his relentless perseverance and his faith in God. After reading The Passing of the Night, it reinforced my pride in America, our military, and the extraordinary stature of our convictions and beliefs in the most desperate of times. Robison Risner's book is heartfelt, down to earth, and very moving in its portrayal and leaves a resounding message for everyone. No matter how difficult things may be in life, never lose faith in yourself and always know God will never give you more than you can handle. This book comes highly recommended to anyone and everyone.
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Summary: A testament of hope........
Review: To describe courage and bravery, strength and resilience, pride and professionalism, it only takes two words....Robinson Risner. In an ordeal that began in 1965 and lasted for a monumental seven and a half years, he was incarcerated in the Hanoi Hilton and Zoo prison compounds in North Vietnam after he was shot down. Subjected to unspeakable tortures and barbaric conditions, Robinson Risner literally descended into a pit of hell from which he was eventually delivered out of by his relentless perseverance and his faith in God. After reading The Passing of the Night, it reinforced my pride in America, our military, and the extraordinary stature of our convictions and beliefs in the most desperate of times. Robison Risner's book is heartfelt, down to earth, and very moving in its portrayal and leaves a resounding message for everyone. No matter how difficult things may be in life, never lose faith in yourself and always know God will never give you more than you can handle. This book comes highly recommended to anyone and everyone.
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Summary: The Passing of the Night: My Seven Years as a Prisoner
Review: While attending Baylor University General Risner spoke to our ROTC detachment. I was fortunate to meet this fine man and great patriot. He also was kind enough to autograph my copy of his book. It is a book I have read more times than I can count. His story is presented in a matter-of-fact manner, without boasting or bragging. While I did not make the Air Force a career, his book has been a positive influence on how I try to conduct myself with integrity, purpose, and honor. This is a must read for anyone considering a serving time in the military. Actually, everyone should be required to read this book to learn and appreciate what it means to be an American.
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Summary: The Passing of the Night: My Seven Years as a Prisoner
Review: While attending Baylor University General Risner spoke to our ROTC detachment. I was fortunate to meet this fine man and great patriot. He also was kind enough to autograph my copy of his book. It is a book I have read more times than I can count. His story is presented in a matter-of-fact manner, without boasting or bragging. While I did not make the Air Force a career, his book has been a positive influence on how I try to conduct myself with integrity, purpose, and honor. This is a must read for anyone considering a serving time in the military. Actually, everyone should be required to read this book to learn and appreciate what it means to be an American.
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