Unbroken Will: The Extraordinary Courage of an Ordinary Man

by Bernhard Rammerstorfer

SUPERANNO The iron Nazi fist came down fast and hard on Leopold Engleitner, but he would not bend to terror. Unbroken Will describes the life and times of an ordinary man whose belief in God and in nonviolence stood the fiery test of Nazi persecution.

Genres: Nonfiction

Hardcover

First published January 15, 2004

Reviews

[Becky Baker · Rating 4 out of 5]

GREAT BOOK!! Some of our poor brothers have gone throught so much! Extraordinary is right!! Can't wait to read more!!

[Courtney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely cried while reading this book. Can't imagine going through what Leopold had to deal with.

[Nicole Noelle Niehaus · Rating 5 out of 5]

An astonishing and faith-strengthening biography of Austrian born Leopold Engleitner. Who in 1932 left the Catholic Church to become one of Jehovah's Witnesses and thus a Conscientious Objector. He went through immense persecution for following his faith both before and during the war. He is believed to be the oldest male concentration camp survivor. A couple of quotes from Leopold nicknamed Poidl:

"Show true wisdom heart by keeping your conscience intact- for your own good and for the good of the people around you."

"I have always done my best to apply just principles and to respect the rights of others. That is why no one was able to force me to raise a weapon against my fellowman. I have no reason to feel bitter. When I decided to follow this path in 1932, I was well aware that it would mean a hard struggle."

[Connie Christian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing and unfailing strength in his God Jehovah!!!

Leopold Engleitner was an extraordinary man, who from an early age believed in
a moral code and in peace. Later, he would become one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Not surprising, since they believe in world peace. This will not be attained by ANY
government or human on earth, but by means of God’s Kingdom in the heavens.

His courage and determination in remaining faithful to his beliefs is truly remarkable, considering the unbelievable cruelty he endured. He NEVER gave up,
and told EVERYONE why!!!

We need many, many more like him!!!

A MUST READ!!!

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing! It strengthened my faith in Jehovah, and it really put me in the concentration camp. This shows the true wickedness of the Nazis and how horrible they were, how real they were. Despite this, Engleitner stayed true to his convictions and left the camp with a clear conscience! I want to be like Engleitner when I get older!!!

[Joyce Calkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s sad but I really enjoyed it and have a copy.

[Joel Thurman · Rating 5 out of 5]

What determination!

I couldn’t put this book down! I’m not an avid reader, but this is story that must be heard. It shows that an ordinary person can stand against the current.

[Joomi Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I once owned this book. It had a funny memory in it.

[Karianne Tew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent and such a well written book. I highly recommend this book to be read.

[Kezzia Mikolajczyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read this book twice so far. He was such a positive person throughout. A heartbreaking but inspirational story

[Joomi Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I once owned this book. It was interesting and easy to read.

I was unhappy that his conscience allowed him to visit Disneyland during his retirement years. I just expect more from Witnesses who are my generation or older.

As of July 2023 my mom and I had an argument about some Costco Disney apples my mom ended up buying. I prayer cursed that purchase.

[Clara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thats why thy say don't judge a book by its cover. Very Good book.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extraordinary example of faith and courage. Loved it.

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very great book on jehovahs witness holocaust survivor