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The Power of One

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The Power of One

By: Bryce Courtenay
Narrated by: Humphrey Bower
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Born in a South Africa divided by racism and hatred, little six-year-old Peekay learns that small can beat big. Armed with this knowledge, he resolves to take on the injustices of his country, and sets his heart on becoming the welterweight champion of the world. Peekay starts to take boxing lessons, makes new friends, collects cacti, and plays the piano. Above all, he learns to think with his head and then with his heart. Peekay discovers that nothing can defeat the determination to be true to yourself: This is the power of one.

©2013 Christine Courtenay; 1989 Bryce Courtenay (P)2007 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Historical Fiction History & Culture Literature & Fiction Fiction Heartfelt Boxing Africa Combat Sports
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A fantastic book for tackling complex issues of racism and bullying. The story gives hope and teaches us to look deeply at ourselves to move beyond anger and violence for each one to do their best.

A truley inspirational book for young adults.

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