Alive : The story of the Andes Survivors

Synopsis:

On October 12, 1972, a plane carrying a team of young rugby players crashed into the remote, snow-peaked Andes. Out of the forty-five original passengers and crew, only sixteen made it off the mountain alive. For ten excruciating weeks, they suffered deprivations beyond imagining, confronting nature head-on at its most furious and inhospitable. And to survive, they were forced to do what would have once been unthinkable...
This is their story - one of the most astonishing true adventures of the twentieth century.


MY FIVE STAR REVIEW



In the year 2008 when I was in the Insurance business, I attended the annual meeting of the Million Dollar Round Table at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto. The MDRT is the Premier Association of Financial Professionals. [The name has nothing to do with money]
The author of 'Alive' was one of the feature speakers. He related his survival experience to the packed audience. What he told us brought tears to the eyes of many.
He was just eighteen years old when the plane in which he was travelling crashed into the Andes. It split into two and most of his friends were badly injured. They were stranded for many days and nights.
To avoid spoilers I will say no more.
He sold many paperback copies at the Conference.
The book which was also made into a movie is a great read.
You will not want to miss this.

Thank You Letter from my Alma Mater for Donation of Books - My Life as a Banker:A Life worth Living

I was pleased to receive the above letter from St Augustine Girls' High School.
I loved the part which reads,"Thus far the reviews of the students and staff who have read the book have been favourable and enthusiastic.

Link for the book : Amazon Universal Link

For Readers who love Memoirs :"My Life as a Banker - A Life Worth Living" - Five Star Review

A monument to the author's successful career in banking as she rises from a bank clerk to several managerial positions.
on September 16, 2014
Format: Paperback
"My Life as a Banker" is an autobiographical account of the author's experiences during the thirty nine years of her career in the bank. She sets the stage by talking about her childhood and family and how her early experiences shaped her outlook on life.

Throughout her working life the author always showed extreme devotion to her job and was constantly rewarded with praise, exciting new opportunities and challenges, as well as job promotions. She was able to succeed in her chosen career through sheer hard work and determination accompanied by her natural intelligence. Her achievements were always recognized by her superiors and she was rightfully rewarded. She started out as a bank clerk and eventually rose through the ranks assuming various managerial positions.

The author attributes her success to her faith and belief in God. She would pray for wisdom and guidance every time she faced a challenging situation. Whenever she had a problem, she prayed about it and the problem was miraculously solved. She continually speaks of the influence of God in her life and in the life of her family. The strength of her faith helped her to overcome any diversities that entered her life.

This book is important in its portrayal of life in the author's native country, Trinidad, in the latter part of the twentieth century.
It records some historical events through which the author lived. One such event is the takeover of the government by Muslimeens in 1990 and the scare throughout the country. Other significant events are the changes in the banking system and the bank's attitude to its employees throughout the years. In addition, the book shows how a young, determined girl just out of high school was able to have a highly successful career in the area of her choice and live a fulfilling life.

The book describes not only the author's work, but the fabulous vacations she was able to enjoy during her vacation time.
Her vacations always left her refreshed and ready to face new challenges.

Overall, the author views her life in a positive sense and is appreciative of the wonderful times and good luck she has experienced throughout her career. She is grateful for all the good that has occurred in her life and is thankful to God.
The book is written in a clear and easy to read style and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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