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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Overview

So says Hoppie Groenwald, 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.

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  • Book Rating: 5/5

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Loved it.

Written by Anonymous on September 10th, 2008

  • Book Rating: 5/5

What a wonderful book. It was on my son's summer reading list and we were embarking on a very long road trip. We listened to it during the entire journey from Rhode Island to Western Pa, and then back again. I never heard a peep from my two sons, so enthralled were they by the story of Peekay the boxer. The novel is set in South Africa during WWII, and nicely puts into context the Boer War, nazism, and apartheid. Ultimately, it is the story of self relience and redemption.

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!

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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.

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Loved it.

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  • Book Rating: 5/5

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