Reflecting on the resilience of the human spirit from "summary" of A House in the Sky by Amanda Lindhout,Sara Corbett
The human spirit is a mysterious thing. It is a quality that can be tested to its limits, yet somehow always manages to bounce back. In "A House in the Sky," Amanda Lindhout and Sara Corbett explore just how resilient the human spirit can be in the face of unimaginable challenges. Throughout the book, Lindhout's story is one of incredible hardship and suffering. From being kidnapped and held captive in Somalia for over a year to enduring physical and emotional torture, she faced more adversity than most people will ever experience in their lifetimes. Despite this, she never lost hope or gave up on the belief that she would one day be free. Li...
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