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Discover the gripping journey of survival and resilience in 'Escape from Manus', the true story of Jaivet Ealom, the first person to successfully escape from Australia's infamous Manus Island detention center. This compelling trade paperback, published by Penguin Australia in 2021, provides a heart-wrenching account of Ealom's perilous flight from Myanmar's oppressive regime and his harrowing experiences in an offshore detention facility. In 2013, Ealom's quest for refuge turned into a nightmare as he faced brutal conditions in the Manus Regional Processing Centre. The story unfolds through blistering heat, prolonged isolation, and desperation, as he plans an audacious escape inspired by the television series *Prison Break*. His meticulous efforts lead him to freedom, but the journey is far from over. With no identification and the looming threat of being returned to Myanmar, Ealom's six-month odyssey to sanctuary in Canada, navigating through treacherous landscapes by foot, boat, car, and plane, is nothing short of miraculous. 'Escape from Manus' is more than just a tale of escape; it challenges readers to confront issues of asylum, refuge, and the human spirit's indomitable will. Read this astonishing narrative that will anger, inspire, and reshape your understanding of what it truly means to seek safety and freedom.