A Distant Prayer: Miracles of the 49th Combat Mission [Hardcover]

Joseph Banks (Author), Jerry Borrowman (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 147 pages
• Publisher: Covenant Communications Inc (October 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577349059
• ISBN-13: 978-1577349051
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #884,844 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Talk about bad luck ..., December 11, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: A Distant Prayer: Miracles of the 49th Combat Mission (Hardcover)

A two-time recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, Joe Banks served on a B-17 bomber out of Foggia Italy in World War II. If he could complete fifty missions he got to home. But on the 49th mission his aircraft was shot down, with all his crewmates killed. Joe parachuted into Germany where he was taken prisoner of war. He had to make a 600 kilometer walk across frozen Germany before escaping to Allied lines. A truly inspirational story that tells the price paid for freedom. A book that everyone in the family will read, from teenagers to grandparents.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating, January 29, 2002

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Randy Rask (Lake Havasu, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Distant Prayer: Miracles of the 49th Combat Mission (Hardcover)

We bought the unabridged audio version and put it in the tape player in the car on a long trip. My 13 year old daughter and 11 year old son were both "glued" to their seats. Every time we stopped, they were the first ones to make sure I started it again. A very gripping story that holds your attention from the very first page. The man had incredible faith. His life was spared numerous times. I definately recommend the book.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Compelling Story, December 3, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: A Distant Prayer: Miracles of the 49th Combat Mission (Hardcover)

I found this book to be very compelling. It was hard to put down. The author describes the experiences Joe Banks went through as a downed WWII flight crew member. This story shows his courage and heroism and his strong faith. I could hardly believe someone could endure such experiences. It made me feel most of us are very blessed in the life we have. This book is not just for those who like "ware Stories". I would recommend this book to anyone.