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The powerful and deeply moving account of a Special Forces operator who suffered life changing injuries in Afghanistan. A passionate story of life triumphing over death, and a manifesto for overcoming adversity and appreciating what really matters in life.
There's no pain, no theatrical agony. No screaming, no shouting. The kill shot is catastrophic and conclusive. I slump silently on to my knees and topple forward, head first, into the dirt. The lads have seen enough death to assume mine is instantaneous. The lights are out. That's him gone.
Toby Gutteridge was only 24 when he was shot through the neck while operating behind enemy lines in Afghanistan. He survived despite not breathing for at least 20 minutes. Back in the UK, doctors recommended that his life support machine be switched off, but with the defiant spirit that would define his recovery, Toby pulled through.
Now quadriplegic, capable of movement only with his head, Toby has rebuilt his life. His is an extraordinary story of survival against overwhelming odds, and of the power of the human spirit to overcome extreme adversity. Brutally honest and authentic, he builds a compelling picture of the type of person produced by the Special Forces system, and tells of how one split second changed the course of his life forever.
Powerful and inspiring, Never Will I Die is a universal story about our search for purpose, and explores what extreme experience teaches us about what truly matters.
The powerful and deeply moving account of a Special Forces operator who suffered life changing injuries in Afghanistan. A passionate story of life triumphing over death, and a manifesto for overcoming adversity and appreciating what really matters in life.
There's no pain, no theatrical agony. No screaming, no shouting. The kill shot is catastrophic and conclusive. I slump silently on to my knees and topple forward, head first, into the dirt. The lads have seen enough death to assume mine is instantaneous. The lights are out. That's him gone.
Toby Gutteridge was only 24 when he was shot through the neck while operating behind enemy lines in Afghanistan. He survived despite not breathing for at least 20 minutes. Back in the UK, doctors recommended that his life support machine be switched off, but with the defiant spirit that would define his recovery, Toby pulled through.
Now quadriplegic, capable of movement only with his head, Toby has rebuilt his life. His is an extraordinary story of survival against overwhelming odds, and of the power of the human spirit to overcome extreme adversity. Brutally honest and authentic, he builds a compelling picture of the type of person produced by the Special Forces system, and tells of how one split second changed the course of his life forever.
Powerful and inspiring, Never Will I Die is a universal story about our search for purpose, and explores what extreme experience teaches us about what truly matters.
Toby Gutteridge (Author)
Toby Gutteridge left a difficult and destructive childhood to join
the Royal Marines, before becoming one of the youngest-ever
recruits to join the Special Boat Service.
In November 2009, he was shot through the neck during an operation
in Afghanistan, and his life changed forever.
Today, Toby runs Bravery, an extreme sports brand that aims to
support and empower those who have dug deep within themselves to
overcome their own adversities by finding courage, strength and the
resilience to bounce back stronger than ever.
Michael Calvin (Author)
Michael Calvin is an award-winning writer and Sunday Times
bestselling author, whose books have been hailed for their insight
and influence. He has collaborated with such celebrated sportsmen
as Sir Alastair Cook, Dylan Hartley and Gareth Thomas, and is the
only writer to win the British sports book of the year award in
successive years.
Toby's sheer grit and determination is a powerful testament to his
character. His story demonstrates the true nature of inner strength
and courage. I think he's an inspiration to all of us.
*Tom Hardy*
The inspiring soldier who never gave up.
*This Morning*
'Inspirational. An amazing book.'
*Jason Fox*
Visceral... utterly inspirational. A compelling tale of incredible
determination. What makes this account of a journey to hell and
back so fascinating is that the devastation of Gutteridge's body
somehow triggered the unleashing of his mind.
*Daily Mail*
Toby's truly humbling journey will realign your benchmark for the
words determination, hero and inspiration.
*Victoria Pendleton CBE*
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