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Sully

By: Chesley B. Sullenberger,Jeffrey Zaslow
Narrated by: Michael McConnohie,Chesley B. Sullenberger
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Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks - the inspirational autobiography by one of the most captivating American heroes of our time, Capt. "Sully" Sullenberger - the pilot who miraculously landed crippled US Airways flight 1549 in New York's Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew.

On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed a remarkable emergency landing when Captain "Sully" Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways flight 1549 onto the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers and crew. His cool actions not only averted tragedy but made him a hero and an inspiration worldwide. His story is now a major motion picture from director/producer Clint Eastwood and starring Tom Hanks, Laura Linney, and Aaron Eckhart.

Sully's story is one of dedication, hope, and preparedness, revealing the important lessons he learned through his life, in his military service, and in his work as an airline pilot. It reminds us all that even in these days of conflict, tragedy, and uncertainty, there are values still worth fighting for - that life's challenges can be met if we're ready for them.

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Please note: This title was previously released as Highest Duty: My Search for What Really Mattered.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.

©2016 Chesley B. Sullenberger and Jeffrey Zaslow (P)2016 HarperCollins Publishers

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Really Dull.

I admire what he was able to do by landing the plane, but this book is BORING!! it's more of a biography of his wife oddly enough.

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Must listen!!

Well written! I really enjoyed this book! I enjoyed the book when Sully starts reading himself. You could feel like you were there a bit!

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Inspiring biography--but incomplete

While I enjoyed the low key storytelling, I was hoping for additional facts, data and information about the NTSB investigation which is included in the movie made from this book. I was glad to have a chance to learn about the challenges faced by air crews and how passenger safety is impacted.

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For once, the movie will be better than the book

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Love the story of survival and the lessons of being prepared. But this book has way too much self-focus, right down to the primary-school essays from Sully. Had it been half the length, it would have been spectacular.

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Loved the move, listening a bit dull.

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I watched the movie and feel the story itself is very moving. Listening to the story was a bit like being in a board meeting listening to someone read minutes from a meeting. I felt liked it lacked emotion.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Not sure, probably Sully, as that is who the story is about.

Have you listened to any of Michael McConnohie and Chesley B. Sullenberger ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I haven't

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love the narration and story of Sully's life

narration was excellent. love the last few chapters Capt Sully read. He is a good man.

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As a pilot wife, this was exceptional & emotional!

As a wife of an a320 captain, listening to this book was an emotional experience. It was well written taking the reader into the history of Capt. Sullebergers early life and love of flying through his military career and all the experiences that shaped his life.

Upon listening to him recount flight 1549 and the rescue that followed I was moved to tears... I was also moved by the amount of people this incident reached.

The parts I loved most about this book was when he talked about his wife and kids. The live and respect he has for them really comes through. I felt an understanding and kinship with Lorrie and what she goes through as the wife of a pilot. I felt deeply for her.

I know I will listen to this book more than once...

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Inspirational

Amazing book that not only talked about the epic flight, but about Sully's life in whole. This book was extremely moving and inspirational. I often found myself reflecting on my personal life.

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Sully becomes your friend, the neighbor you want to talk to as you relax in the back yard

Sully becomes your friend, the neighbor you want to talk to as you relax in the back yard.

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Humility and Gratitude Prevail ...

Beautifully sensitive and real, the book takes the reader into the background and experience of Captain Sullenberger, both before and after the "Miracle on the Hudson". The last couple of chapters are read by him personally, which adds even more depth and sentiment to an already riveting story. Excellent read - looking forward to seeing the newly-released movie and see how it compares.

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