On 12 October 2002 in the popular and bustling tourist district of Kuta on the Indonesian island of Bali a series of terrorist bombs exploded. The attack killed 202 people (including 88 Australians, 38 Indonesians, 23 Britons, and people of more than 20 other nationalities). A further 209 people were injured.
The impact that this attack had on countless lives was devastating. One of the survivors, Antony Svilicich was buried alive under the ruins of the Sari Club.
Phoenix Rising – Terror Victim to Burn Survivor is Antony’s incredible story of his fight to recover and rebuild his life, told in his own words.
After spending 44 days in an induced coma being kept alive by machines, the work of renowned Burns surgeon and 2005 ‘Australian of the Year’ Prof. Fiona Wood. is highlighted as she works ‘feverishly’ to save a young man’s life.
The book takes a look at how Balinese and RAAF personnel worked to transport this critically injured young man to hospitals in Bali and Australia. From there the tireless work of doctors and nurses in Darwin and Perth is recognised as they fight a long and hard battle to keep this dying young man alive.
‘Phoenix Rising – Terror Victim to Burn Survivor’ is one of the most inspirational stories of survival to come out of the 2002 Bali Bombings. The book takes the reader on a journey of tremendous courage, resilience, hope and subsequent triumph.
This self-written book describes the tragic personal events leading up to the bombings and how this survivor made a split second decision to save his own life after being buried alive under the ruins of the Sari Club.
The book takes a look at how Balinese and RAAF personnel worked to transport this critically injured young man to hospitals in Bali and Australia. From there the tireless work of doctors and nurses in Darwin and Perth is recognised as they fight a long and hard battle to keep this dying young man alive.
A truly remarkable and inspiring account of survival which provides hope and encouragement to anyone suffering a burns injury
Part proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated to the Fiona Wood Foundation.
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