Summary:
The book recounts the harrowing experience of an American soldier captured by Viet Cong forces in 1963 and his subsequent survival and escape after five years of brutal captivity. It details his psychological and physical struggles, the methods he used to resist his captors, and his eventual return to freedom.
Key points:
1. Survival and Resilience: Rowe's five-year POW experience in Vietnam showcases human resilience and survival spirit.
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