In the Company of Heroes (Abridged): The True Story of Black Hawk Pilot Michael Durant and the Men Who Fought and Fell at Mogadishu Audiobook

" I had the honor of hearing Michael Durant speak this past winter. I already knew of the story; I watched it unfold on TV. But meeting the only survivor of Black Hawk Down, was moving. In his book, Durant tells of the training and proficiency necessary to make the 160th. And he shares of the bravery of the men lost in a mission that was doomed to fail before it began. Readers of this book will never view a Blackhawk helicopter, or the men that ride and fly in them the same way. "

" 4.3. I read this during the cruise I went on with Matthew. It is the story of Mike Durant, the pilot captured during Black Hawk Down. This book is how I found about the night stalkers. "

" A very moving true story of courage and heroism. I could not put this book down nor could I stop thinking about it when I did put it down. This is the true story of Mike Durant's survival as a POW in Somalia. It is the whole package - heartbreaking, uplifting and encouraging. I was moved to tears on numerous occasions...moved to laughter on other occasions and inspired throughout. "

" I thought I would not be able to take any more 'Black Hawk Down' Novels, but this is the best of the best. This Biography by Michael Durant is very well written, and captivates the Reader. One I would certainly recommend. "

" I laughed and I cried. I read this book nearly ten years ago, and still think about it all the time and count it as one of my favourite books of all time. Michael Durant may just be my hero. "

" Written with honesty and humility, "In the Company of Heroes" serves as a tribute to the men who fought in the Battle of Mogadishu. Mr. Durant spends most of his time describing how the support of his family and comrades helped him through his ordeal after being captured by a militant clan after his helicopter had been shot down during a U.S. raid in Mogadishu, Somalia. While he makes no effort to highlight it, the story also shows his dedication, courage and strength of character. "

" Great book written by a true hero. "

" This book increased the appreciation I have for those who serve in our military. It was interesting to hear Durant recall his experience and I would like to read "Blackhawk Down" and learn of the experience of everyone else on that fateful day in October. I could not give this book five stars because there were too many times that I found that vocabulary inconsistent as if a thesarus was used as an afterthought to edit. I also have to admit that I was disappointed to learn that his marriage ended in divorce after the incident. "

" All these soldiers need to study history more. No sir. Invading Panama and Somalia has nothing to do with national security but has everything to do with enriching fat-ass corporations. "

" Factual account of the incident that was the basis for "Black Hawk Down. An excellent read. Met Durant at a Ranger Reunion in 2005. He is the real deal! "

" an enjoyable book, about one man's struggle. "

" This is the story of the American helicopter pilot shot down and captured in Somalia during the "Black Hawk Down" battle. It is extremely compelling reading. I was touched by the deep friendships that existed between these "brothers in arms." "

" Very easy & captivating read. Good for the military types out there... "

" Excellent book about courage and honor. No fiction here! "

" ok, nothing very exciting. "

" Simply outstanding. Continues the story where Mark Bowden left off in Black Hawk Down. "

" Be prepared to cry. As an ex Army officer this is still one of my favorites. "

" Really appreciate the dedication and love of country our servemen and women have. "

" holy fuck i loved this book. i read it at work and would actually not answer the fone to finish a chapter. right from the fuckin start it was great, so much so that i kept tappin my foot on the floor while reading and my coworker was like wtf?? "

" Michael Durant's deeply personal experience in Mogadishu after being shot down. Durant was a pilot with the Night Stalkers and flew one of the two Blackhawk helicopters that was shot down and made famous in the movie Blackhawk Down. "

" Things that aren't well known, or taught in school. Very enlightening. "

" I enjoyed this account of the Somalia debacle, but I just kept getting this nagging feeling that he was leaving important things out. "

" Michael Durant fills in the blanks left in Black Hawk Down and reveals some of the things he didn't feel he could tell Mark Bowen when Mark was researching his book. "

" behind the scenes of blackhawk down. incredible. "

" Good story that will open your eyes "

" A must read. Very compelling story, written very well. Clear and flowing. A truly inspirational account of the authors experiences. "

" I laughed and I cried. I read this book nearly ten years ago, and still think about it all the time and count it as one of my favourite books of all time. Michael Durant may just be my hero. "

" I found this a much slower read than "Black Hawk Down," "Platoon Leader," or "House to House." But, I really liked it a lot. "

" Michael Durant fills in the blanks left in Black Hawk Down and reveals some of the things he didn't feel he could tell Mark Bowen when Mark was researching his book. "

" Another Great book. This a book written by the pilot who was shot down in Black Hawk Down. This covers what happened to him when he got captured, tortured, and his life after release. "

" This is the story of the American helicopter pilot shot down and captured in Somalia during the "Black Hawk Down" battle. It is extremely compelling reading. I was touched by the deep friendships that existed between these "brothers in arms." "

" Really appreciate the dedication and love of country our servemen and women have. "

" One of my all time favorites. A harrowing, first person account of the events of "Black Hawk Down" from Somalia, Sept 1993. "

" Great story of the helicopter pilot shot down and taken prisoner in Somalia as depicted in Black Hawk Down. "

" I read this book while in Iraq. Written by Mike Durrant. This book does not pull any punches...very exciting. If you want the truth about "Black Hawk Down"..read this book. "

" This is the first person account of the helicopter pilot shot down and captured in the battle of Mogadishu, better known as the incident in the book and movie _Black Hawk Down_. Good story. "

" Good book. Durant is taken prisoner. tells of his struggles while being held. Good bbook. "