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Jeff Bauman is an American author and motivational speaker best known for surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. His story became widely known after a photograph of him being rescued circulated globally.

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Stronger

Stronger

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Stronger is the memoir of Jeff Bauman, a survivor of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. The book recounts his harrowing experience during the attack, his long and painful recovery, and his journey toward reclaiming his life. It offers an intimate look at trauma, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of tragedy.

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Life Before the Marathon and the Decision to Support Erin

Before April 15, 2013, my world was simple. I grew up in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, surrounded by a loving but tight-knit family that knew how to struggle through life with humor and grit. I worked at Costco, the kind of job that kept me grounded, and I spent weekends watching sports, drinking beer ...

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The Explosion and Rescue

When the bomb went off, it felt like the world split open. I remember the pressure first—a violent wave that lifted me off my feet—and then silence, as though everything around me had been swallowed by the blast. I looked down and didn’t believe what I saw. My legs were gone. Smoke, screams, pieces ...

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About Jeff Bauman with Bret Witter

Jeff Bauman is an American author and motivational speaker best known for surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. His story became widely known after a photograph of him being rescued circulated globally. Bret Witter is a co-author and collaborator known for helping bring real-life stories to re...

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Jeff Bauman is an American author and motivational speaker best known for surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. His story became widely known after a photograph of him being rescued circulated globally. Bret Witter is a co-author and collaborator known for helping bring real-life stories to readers.

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Jeff Bauman is an American author and motivational speaker best known for surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. His story became widely known after a photograph of him being rescued circulated globally.

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