Roberto Canessa on "I Had to Survive" at the 2016 National Book Festival

[@gearoftones8585]

Their story is the most inspirational I've ever heard of. Their will, their faith and their determination is something we should all strive to. I admire them greatly.

[@MVuke84]

Nando was the ultimate hero, arguably best I've heard in human history. Yet people almost forget Roberto climbed that mountain, and walked the entire way step by step with Nando. I'm glad he's talking more and writing books now. We can learn a lot from him. He was a boss just as much as Nando was. Almost unbelievable what they did after 60 days of living like that. Would be awesome to talk to, or meet, either one of these guys if I ever got the chance.

[@nathalietravers]

Roberto is a hero, an incredible strong man, like Nando. Don't forget that Nando lost his mother and sister, in plus, increasing the horror.

[@shapju]

Canessa walked out and was also the doctor, exerted his energies toward the group the entire time. He is just as much a hero as parrado in my eyes.

[@Stephen-ou2lm]

Amazing story, rest in peace to all that didn't make it.

[@peaceandlove544]

​@@shapjuto me he is more of a heroe since day one he was sacrificing himself for others and after the rescue he continued until now saving lifes, helping poor people, creating a foundation for the poor with the families of the non-survivers, winning international rugby games, being their key player and president later.

[@camilapepper]

Yes they did hiked the Andes but they did it because they had the support from those who died and gived their bodies, and those who stayed. Everybody had something to put into that cause. They were all important.

[@winkieblink7625]

These men just don’t understand how in AWE people are of them. I would love to meet them at a reunion.

[@inaayakhan5818]

This guy is a boss!!! Love the positivity and the way he looks at life, glass half full 💯

[@tonyajakestrom3600]

Great personality. Great mind and attitude. His story will stay inspiring forever to all those questioning minds and curious spirits.

[@drightweight1061]

I read the book and can't have enough of this story. The book is beautifully written. I feel inspired, energetic, spiritual and I want to love and enjoy my family now more than ever. Amazing story!

[@chrillebaloo]

My true hero! He and Nando Parrado give their lifes to save there friends!! =)

[@prembyrne6550]

I can't believe this story. Much love to all the survivors, those who passed, and all the families ❤

[@patricioclavijo2787]

Love this guy

[@JojoRabbit310]

what an incredible man! so inspiring...i have so much respect for him

[@carlosgarcia8770]

I was only a few years younger , than these boys were in 1972. I have so much respect for them. Inspirational. GOD Bless them.

[@californiahiker9616]

Thank you, Dr Canessa! I would have loved to see all the family reunions after they thought their loved ones had perished!

[@woow83]

I love this guy so much

[@tilthadawn]

All of their stories are so moving. RIP to all of those that didn't make it back from the mountain ;-;

[@Chandra6E5176]

Heroes

[@Katwoman4318]

♥️ I’m going to read your book Roberto.

[@Lisa1111]

A strong man of God! Thank you ❤

[@rubyeborlas2367]

Both nando & Roberto r so physically strong.. Bt d r stronger psychologically.. And wat I admire more about them s Dat d r both great intellectually& have both great personality.. They're d perfect guys 4 ds experience.. Thanx 4ur lives sir..

[@hussletrees3617]

1:57 guy in the background thinking, "did he just say cannibalism?"

[@bellaperuana64]

Yes,, but really wasn’t cannibalism.. great humans the 16 survivors ❤️

[@Dizzer187]

He's an amazing and funny man....I have a great story about how Roberto Canessa and I became friends in Boston if you would like to hear it.

[@gt9188]

I want to read it, not hear.

[@fofefofe3755]

David Allen did he visit boston? I wish if I can meet hin

[@faviolabloisa4696]

I would like to hear or read it .either way thank you

[@EmTheFairy_]

I would love to hear it!

[@peaceandlove544]

Me too, please share

[@fumanpoo4725]

Glad you made it home...I like your saying life is simple, but we make it difficult...

[@wildsnake6894]

God bless them just watched the movie hope all are doing well❤

[@debradowner8761]

While I in no way want to experience it, I am curious what it feels like to come out the other side of it, the ones who do interviews seem so light and airy, like they have a value on life that we cannot begin to understand.

[@cathyabella8372]

i💖roberto canessa👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💪💪🙏🏼🙌🫶🎉

[@dontrelliommi2607]

not a great interviewer; should have read up on his history

[@carlosgarcia8770]

I was only a few years younger , than these boys were in 1972. I have so much respect for them. Inspirational. GOD Bless them.