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Michael Scott Moore recounts piracy ordeal and new book
The Los Angeles author of The Desert and the Sea discusses his 977 days as a captive of Somali pirates, the injuries and fear he faced, and how humor and living in the moment helped. He plans a cross country tour as the book goes on sale.
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