All Thirteen by Christina Soontornvat is an inspiring non-fiction book that is a true story based on what happened in June 2018 at Tham Luang (cave). The book describes the incredible true story of the Thai soccer team, the Wild Boars, and their harrowing ordeal in a flooded cave. The book tells about different important aspects of life as well as a deep reflection on how an ethical person should handle under harsh circumstances.
One of the protagonists that has the most effect is Night; although he was very pressured into the things that he hadn’t completed, he is a clear example showing how even in a harsh situation, his spirit of survival remained.
p1 : central idea determination and hope
In the book All Thirteen, the author vividly shows how determination and hope in the face of adversity will always prevail. Despite the dark and hazardous conditions, the boys and their coach remained persistent in their desire to survive.
Throughout their ordeal, the team members demonstrated remarkable resilience and stillness. They faced hunger, exhaustion, and hypothermia, yet they refused to give up. Instead, they drew strength from one another, focusing on prayers and accompanying each other. Moreover, the book highlights the tireless efforts of the rescue team, which refused to give up. Expert divers and volunteers from different countries worked tirelessly, risking their lives, to reach the trapped boys. Their dedication and belief in the power of rescue operations are evident again. The strength of hope and determination in the face of adversity will always prevail. This feature also links into our own world. Like many successful people like Elon musk, Da Vinci and many other famous people who fail hundreds of thousands of times and yet refuse to give up, this is exactly why, with determination and hope in sight, anything is possible.
p2 : Theme: the author believes that with true passion, anyone can excel
Like mentioned in the page, Coach Ek’s parents died when he was the age of 9, and he had to go through a really harsh childhood. But as soon as he got into soccer, his passion set free, and he was dedicated to becoming a player or coach on some team. True passion has the remarkable ability to drive people towards excellence in different fields. When someone possesses a genuine love for something, it often fuels their motivation, determination, and perseverance.
p3 : central idea: cave diving should be treated with extreme caution
As mentioned in the mind map, the water in caves is often murky and filled with sediment, reducing visibility. Poor visibility can make it difficult for divers to see potential hazards, navigate safely, or find their way out. This is exactly why people die so often during panics inside of confined places such as caves
p4 : theme : the author believes that the technology in Thailand is very limited, which restricts outcomes
As mentioned again, if the Thai rescue team had more experienced rescuers, the boys would be found. Also, as mentioned on Chapter 12, page 72, the Thailand rescue team asked for support from countries like China, the UK, America, and more. This evidence shows that the rescue team in Thailand is not fully advanced and has therefore slowed down the outcomes of saving the boys.
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