Robert Stroud faces life in solitary confinement after murdering a prison guard. Stroud's life takes on new meaning when he discovers a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise yard and nurses it back to health. Despite only having a third-grade education, Stroud goes on to become a renowned ornithologist and finds a greater sense of freedom and purpose behind bars than most people do outside.
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Robert Stroud faces life in solitary confinement after murdering a prison guard. Stroud's life takes on new meaning when he discovers a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise yard and nurses it back to health. Despite only having a third-grade education, Stroud goes on to become a renowned ornithologist and finds a greater sense of freedom and purpose behind bars than most people do outside.
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