The Power of One

Unabridged
Author: Bryce Courtenay
Narrator: Humphrey Bower
Genres: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Bolinda Publishing
Date: January 2004
Length: 21 hours, 30 minutes
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Formats:
  • CD
  • WMA

Overview

"Bryce Courtenay’s classic bestseller and the book behind the the much-loved motion picture of the same name, superbly narrated by Humphrey Bower. First with your head and then with your heart...so says Hoppie Groenewald, boxing champion, to a seven-year-old boy who dreams of being the welterweight champion of the world. For the young Peekay, it is a piece of advice he will carry with him throughout life. Born in a South Africa divided by racism and hatred, this one small boy will come to lead all the tribes of Africa. Through enduring friendships with Hymie and Gideon, Peekay gains the strength he needs to win out. And in a final conflict with his childhood enemy, the Judge, Peekay will fight to the death for justice. . "

Reviews (2)

The Power of One

Written by Anonymous on July 26th, 2008

  • Book Rating: 5/5

WOW!!! What a wonderful surprise this book was. I saw it on the recommended list. I couldn't put it down. LOVED IT! LOVED IT!

Fabulous

Written by Kelli Mink on February 29th, 2008

  • Book Rating: 5/5

I plan to go buy this book. It's one of the best books I have ever "read". The first five minutes into this I was like "man, this isn't my type of book, did I want this one?" I certainly don't recall requesting it be on my book shelf and I would never have picked it, but now that I'm listening to it, I can't believe I might have missed it! Do yourself a favor and get this one. I never want to stop listening. Rich with history and lots of interesting characters.