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The Forgotten Highlander

Book • 2010

Alistair Urquhart

This book tells the incredible story of Alistair Urquhart, a soldier in the Gordon Highlanders who was captured by the Japanese in Singapore.

Urquhart survived 750 days in the jungle, including time working on the notorious Burma-Siam Railway.

The book details his harrowing experiences and his journey to survival and eventual return home.

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

Mentioned in 14 episodes

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as another story about people against the odds and in relation to Stockdale's challenge.

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Recommended by

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as an inspiring story of survival and perseverance during World War II.

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Chris Williamson

after

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's anecdote about contrasting his life with those in a hospital ward.

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Mentioned by

David Senra

as a tool he uses to cope with stress and maintain perspective.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a great real-life nonfiction book.

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Recommended by

Chris Williamson

as a favorite non-fiction book about a Scottish soldier's experiences in WWII.

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Mentioned by

David Senra

to compare themes of perseverance with Shackleton's story.

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Recommended by

Chris Williamson

as a compelling memoir of a Scottish soldier's experiences during World War II.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as one of his top three recommended books.

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Recommended by

Chris Williamson

as a memoir of a Scottish soldier's experiences as a POW in WWII.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a hardcore version of 'Man's Search for Meaning'.

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Recommended as a little primer on the experiences of Japanese prisoners of war during World War II.

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Chris Williamson

as a story of resilience and overcoming trauma.

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Chris Williamson

as a book that is intense and impactful.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as an example of a book about suffering, resilience, and overcoming hardship.

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Recommended by

Jesse Kelly

as encompassing a lot about the railway of death during World War II.

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