The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop
Narrated by Peter FitzSimons
- Released
- October 28, 2025
- Length
- 20 hrs 52 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Hachette Australia
In this compelling audiobook, Peter FitzSimons recounts the extraordinary story of Dr. Edward 'Weary' Dunlop, a brave Australian surgeon and captain in the Army Medical Corps during World War II. Captured by Japanese forces, Weary's remarkable leadership and selflessness became a lifeline for thousands of prisoners-of-war enduring the horrors of the Thai-Burma Railway. Despite facing immense adversity, including severe malnutrition and disease, he risked everything to keep his men alive, becoming a symbol of courage and resilience. FitzSimons masterfully brings Weary's inspiring journey to life, highlighting his legacy as a beacon of hope in the darkest times.
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