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Let's Roll!

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage

by Lisa Beamer ; Ken Abraham

ISBN: 0842373195
ISBN-13: 9780842373197
Format: Hardcover

Summary

Lisa Beamer recalls the life of her husband Todd, one of the heroes of United Flight 93, who, on September 11, 2001, rose up against the terrorist hijackers yet made the ultimate sacrifice. Todd's signature phrase, "Let's roll," became a rallying cry that recalled the heroism of that day and gave hope to others. Lisa Beamer tells how she finds the inspiration and strength to cope, and how faith and hope are important in her everyday life.

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Bibliographic Details

Publisher: Tyndale House Pub
Published date: 2002
Size: 6.25 x 9.25 inches
Weight: 1.45 pounds
Pages: 317

Publisher's Notes

Shares details of the author's marriage and recounts her struggle to cope with the tragedy that cost her the life of her husband.

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