In 'Lost in the Amazon,' follow the heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey of four young siblings who defied overwhelming odds after a tragic plane crash in the heart of the Colombian Amazon. On May 1, 2023, the Cessna carrying Magdalena Mucutuy and her children met with disaster, leaving the resilient eldest child, Lesly, with an unbearable yet noble task: to protect her younger siblings, Soleiny, Tien, and baby Cristin. Alone in the vast, treacherous jungle, the siblings tapped into their Indigenous Huitoto heritage, relying on ancestral skills passed down through generations. For 40 days,…mehr
In 'Lost in the Amazon,' follow the heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey of four young siblings who defied overwhelming odds after a tragic plane crash in the heart of the Colombian Amazon. On May 1, 2023, the Cessna carrying Magdalena Mucutuy and her children met with disaster, leaving the resilient eldest child, Lesly, with an unbearable yet noble task: to protect her younger siblings, Soleiny, Tien, and baby Cristin. Alone in the vast, treacherous jungle, the siblings tapped into their Indigenous Huitoto heritage, relying on ancestral skills passed down through generations. For 40 days, they crafted shelters from the wilderness and foraged for food, showcasing remarkable resourcefulness and a bond forged in adversity. Meanwhile, a massive search operation, 'Operation Hope,' combined the tenacity of the Colombian military and the unparalleled expertise of nearly 80 Indigenous trackers who understood the intricate landscape better than anyone else. Ultimately, on June 9, 2023, this astonishing story of resilience culminates in a moment of joy and survival as the children are found alive. This book not only narrates their harrowing journey but also celebrates the incredible strength of family, community collaboration, and the enduring human spirit in the face of disaster.
Nimai Chandra Das, aka Noriel Morales Jarito is a Filipino filmmaker, health advocate, devotee of Krishna from ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness), former OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker), and author. By the grace of God, he discovered the Hare Krishna movement in 2023 and was initiated in 2025, which led him to adopt a vegetarian diet and pursue self-realization. His films, including Rindido (Deranged) and Huramentado: Kill the President, are available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, and other online platforms. He lives in the town of Pambujan, Eastern Philippines with his wife Tina and stepson Kim.
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