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  • We Die Alone

  • A WWII Epic of Escape and Endurance
  • By: David Howarth
  • Narrated by: Stuart Langton
  • Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,004 ratings)

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We Die Alone

By: David Howarth
Narrated by: Stuart Langton
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Publisher's summary

One of the most enthralling true adventure stories ever written, We Die Alone, set in Nazi-occupied Norway in 1943, is an epic tale of survival against staggering odds.

It begins with an ambushed commando raid that leaves all but one of the expatriate resistance fighters dead or captured. Though wounded, Jan Baalsrud, the sole survivor, takes off on a courageous, incredible trek into the wilds of the Lyngen Alps, while the Nazis pursue him relentlessly. He suffers frostbite, snowblindness, and a terrible fall in an avalanche. At last, delirious and near death, he chances on to a cabin, where the first in a series of remarkably brave and clever men and women come to his aid. These "ordinary heroes" will eventually get the crippled Baalsrud to safety and freedom, and the amazing story of how they do it will fill listeners with wonder at the capability of the human spirit.

©1955 David Howarth (P)2001 Blackstone Audio, Inc.
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Critic reviews

"Awe-inspiring....Stuart Langton's narration is an apt fit. His delivery is as spare as the text and every bit as intriguing. His voice has a force of delivery that makes this exciting and unbelievable tale one that the listener will want to hear in one sitting." ( AudioFile)
"Almost unbelievable. We Die Alone is a spine chiller. It may well become a legend." ( Boston Post)
"One of the most remarkable survival stories ever written." ( Library Journal)

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An unbelievable journey

This book was recommended to me by another American I ran into during my trip to Norway. It is an incredible story of survival - the will to live, the risks taken by those determined to help, and just simply luck. Knowing this was not fiction, but a real person's journey, made it all the more amazing to me. The author tells it like it is - without being sensational or boastful - so feels little more like a documentary.

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An inspiring story of incredible courage!

What other book might you compare We Die Alone to and why?

Id compare this with The Longest Walk, and The Endurance. Both detail the incredible limits of human endurance under extreme circumstance for survival.

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Having been through hardships of my own, stories like these are very encouraging and inspiring. You can never give up on hope. Thoroughly enjoyed this book!

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an epic tale of one man's unwillingness to die

great narrator
the drama makes it seem like a fiction thriller, but this all actually happened, it's crazy

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Unbelievable what a man can edure

just when you think it can't get worse...it dies...again and again...and again.
starts a bit slow but hang in there! very interesting!

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Amazing story of perseverance!

I almost skipped over this one but am glad that I didn't! what an amazing story of absolute perseverance and dedication! not only by the agent sabateur but also the network of locals and their families in Norway who were struggling to save him and get him into Sweden. A truly inspirational book. also well written and well read.

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An amazing story!

Right up there with Endurance the story of Ernest Shackleton only not so long a listen.

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You will be captivated

An amazing story of survival, patriotism and heroism. What struck me was strangers willingness to risk everything for a man they didn't know.

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Not a Page Turner, but a pretty good book

Did not care for the narrator - a bit boring, but maybe it was the writing style. A great story and interesting history.

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Triumph of the human spirit at its very best

I hope everyone has a chance to hear this story in their life. Jan’s story is truly remarkable.

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What an amazing listen!

This story was absolutely captivating start to finish. Haven’t been this captivated by a story in ages. The strength and resilience, as well as moral character of the characters was inspiring. Took the listener through an experience that was unforgettable.

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