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Jeff Bauman woke up on 16th April 2013, in the Boston Medical Center, groggy from a series of lifesaving surgeries and missing his legs. Just 30 hours prior, Jeff was surrounded by revelry at the finish line of the Boston Marathon cheering on his girlfriend, Erin, when the first bomb went off at his feet. When Jeff awoke, rather than take stock of his completely altered life, he ripped out his breathing tube and tried to speak. He couldn't. So he wrote seven words, 'Saw the guy. Looked right at me,' setting off one of the biggest manhunts in the country's history and beginning his own brave road to recovery. His remarkable story is a testament to what it means to be Boston Strong.
About the author
Jeff Bauman was an ordinary 27-year-old when a bomb took his legs at the Boston Marathon. A photograph taken at the scene and his vital role in identifying the bomber made him the face of the tragedy, but his determination, humour, and positive attitude has since inspired millions.
Bret Witter has co-authored eight
New York Times bestsellers. His books have been translated into over thirty languages and sold over two million copies worldwide.
Summary
Jeff Bauman woke up on 16th April 2013, in the Boston Medical Center, groggy from a series of lifesaving surgeries and missing his legs. Just 30 hours prior, Jeff was surrounded by revelry at the finish line of the Boston Marathon cheering on his girlfriend, Erin, when the first bomb went off at his feet.
Foreword
An extraordinary memoir from Jeff Bauman, the man instrumental in helping the FBI catch the Boston Marathon terrorists. Stronger is now a major motion picture, coming in December 2017, and starring Jake Gyllenhaal.
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[An] inspiring and poignant memoir about learning to live with grace and new purpose after the attack.
Report
Bauman's moving story illustrates what he believes: 'We are better than cowards with bombs...We are stronger." People Magazine
