Searing . . . An inspiring story. "Publishers Weekly"

This is the . . . powerfully told story of an exceptionally determined human being. "Booklist"

On September 21, 1962, U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Donald N. Hamblen s life changed forever . . .

During a routine parachute jump, strong winds drove Hamblen into high tension wires at the outskirts of Camp Pendleton, California. Doctors were astounded that he had survived, but five days later his leg had to be amputated five inches below the knee.

For most people, this would be the end of the story. Hamblen could have retired on...