Piers Paul Read.

Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors is an inspiring, harrowing, and ultimately triumphant book about the miracle of survival against all odds. Written by Piers Paul Read, this work of non-fiction tells the remarkable story of a Uruguayan rugby team whose plane crashed in the remote mountain range of the Andes in 1972. Stranded for over two months with few supplies and little hope of rescue, they resorted to unimaginable measures to stay alive. In telling their story, Read brings us on a journey through despair and courage, death and life, that will leave readers in awe of the human spirit. For anyone looking for an emotional rollercoaster, Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors is a must read.

The book begins with an introduction to each member of the team and their families before launching into the fateful day when their plane went down. From there, Read takes readers on a gripping journey as the survivors battle extreme weather conditions, physical exhaustion, hunger, and despair while struggling to make it off the mountain alive. Along the way, he gives insight into how they were able to stay together as a group despite facing such insurmountable odds.