49 pages • 1 hour read
Marcus Luttrell, Patrick RobinsonLone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2007A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell and Patrick Robinson chronicles the harrowing 2005 mission Operation Red Wings in Afghanistan, where Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell and his team set out to eliminate Taliban leader Ahmad Shah. The team is ambushed, leading to the deaths of three SEALs and a rescue team. Seriously injured, Luttrell is saved by Afghan villagers and eventually rescued. The narrative delves into themes of valor, sacrifice, and the complexities of war. Topics include warfare-related violence and loss of life.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell and Patrick Robinson receives praise for its vivid, gripping narrative and authentic portrayal of Navy SEAL operations. Critics commend its emotional depth and intense action sequences. However, some point out the one-sided political perspective and occasional melodramatic tone. Overall, it’s a compelling, if sometimes polarizing, read.
Who Should Read Lone Survivor?
Readers who enjoy Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell and Patrick Robinson would likely appreciate true stories of grit, military strategy, and heroism. Fans of American Sniper by Chris Kyle or Band of Brothers by Stephen E. Ambrose will find a compelling and intense narrative of courage and survival in the face of overwhelming odds.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Military / War
History: Middle Eastern
History: World
War On Terrorism / Iraq War
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Society: Community
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Action / Adventure
Biography