Sully: The Untold Story Behind the Miracle on the Hudson
Aug 2016 · HarperCollins
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The inspirational autobiography of the heroic pilot who miraculously landed a crippled commercial flight in the Hudson River.
Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks
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, starring Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, and Laura Linney.
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.
Previously published as Highest Duty
“Gripping and genuinely heartwarming . . . A Capraesque ode to American competence and decency . . . Compelling.” —Daily News (NY)
“As dramatic as it is inspirational.” —Publishers Weekly
“Valuable for anyone interested in how a life lived with integrity prepares a man for the ultimate challenge.” —Kirkus Reviews
Now a major motion picture from Clint Eastwood, starring Tom Hanks
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, starring Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, and Laura Linney.
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.
Previously published as Highest Duty
“Gripping and genuinely heartwarming . . . A Capraesque ode to American competence and decency . . . Compelling.” —Daily News (NY)
“As dramatic as it is inspirational.” —Publishers Weekly
“Valuable for anyone interested in how a life lived with integrity prepares a man for the ultimate challenge.” —Kirkus Reviews
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September 7, 2018
Gives a first eye view of what happened in the Hudson that day with the captain perspective from what he learned from his life
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September 6, 2016
I loved this book, and cant wait to see the movie
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August 14, 2016
Beyond AWESOME!!!! HEARTFELT-inspirating!! Lessons to be learned & passed on!!! :)
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About the author
Jeffrey Zaslow was a Wall Street Journal columnist, and, with Randy Pausch, coauthor of The Last Lecture, and the author of The Girls from Ames. Zaslow died in 2012 at the age of 53.
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