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 enlarge | Author: Jim Defede
Publisher: Harper Paperbacks
Category: Book
List Price: $14.95
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Rating:  56 reviews
Sales Rank: 30591
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.3 x 0.7
ISBN: 0060559713
Dewey Decimal Number: 971.8
EAN: 9780060559717
ASIN: 0060559713
Publication Date: September 1, 2003
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Condition: First paperback edition. Regan Books. 2003. sturdy trade paperback. mild shelfwear. ships next business day.
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 Great quick read July 12, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
It was great to read a book about 9/11 that had a positive spin. The description of the town and characters makes me want to visit Gander Newfoundland someday.
 How a town came to t he rescue of stranded passengers and crew May 13, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is an absolutely fascinating true story of how the residents of Gander, Newfoundland, rallied around when many aircraft were diverted there on 9/11 when US airspace was closed. How the town coped with more planes and people than it had ever seen before at once is a legendary story of human kindness and support for others. Very hard to put down once started. Will bring tears (mainly of joy) to many eyes.
A Story About the Truest and Kindest People on Earth September 29, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
My son and daughter-in-law were part of the mass of passengers stranded in Newfoundland after 9-11 and I will always be grateful to the Newfies for the loving way that they cared for them. I am also grateful to Jim Defede for writing this book to thank them for all of us.
This book clearly shows how people the world over should be living their lives. Thank you Newfies.
 Interesting Subject but Poorly Written September 11, 2006
1 out of 8 found this review helpful
I found this book to be extremely interesting. It tells of a true story unknown to many. However, while the subject was excellent, the quality of the writing was poor. I would not conider this book a final product. It is similar to a draft, with words spelled incorrectly and improper grammar. The publishers should be ashamed for printing such a poor quality manuscript that had not been proof read.
The Best of Human Nature May 18, 2006
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
If you ever wanted to read a book that took the best part of human nature, you've found it. The people behind 9/11 were expecting the worst of humanity to come about, instead the result was the best humanity. The people of Gander captured my heart and I would love to meet those wonderful people who took strangers in from around the world. This book will move you to tears and astound you in ways you never thought possible. The spirit of kindness is alive and well in Gander, Newfoundland. I love the United States, but we could learn a thing or two from these wonderful in what to do in the event of a tragedy.
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