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Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-10034541005X
ISBN-139780345410054
eBay Product ID (ePID)19038285871
Product Key Features
Book TitlePower of One : a Novel
Number of Pages544 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1996
TopicPsychological, War & Military, Action & Adventure, Historical
GenreFiction
AuthorBryce Courtenay
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight15.6 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN96-096683
TitleLeadingThe
Reviews" The Power of One has everything: suspense, the exotic, violence; mysticism, psychology and magic; schoolboy adventures, drama in the boxing ring." The New York Times From the Hardcover edition., " The Power of One has everything: suspense, the exotic, violence; mysticism, psychology and magic; schoolboy adventures, drama in the boxing ring." - The New York Times, "The Power of Onehas everything: suspense, the exotic, violence; mysticism, psychology and magic; schoolboy adventures, drama in the boxing ring." The New York Times From the Hardcover edition.
Dewey Edition21
Dewey DecimalFIC
Synopsis"The Power of One has everything: suspense, the exotic, violence; mysticism, psychology and magic; schoolboy adventures, drama." -The New York Times "Unabashedly uplifting . . . asserts forcefully what all of us would like to believe: that the individual, armed with the spirit of independence-'the power of one'-can prevail." -Cleveland Plain Dealer In 1939, as Hitler casts his enormous, cruel shadow across the world, the seeds of apartheid take root in South Africa. There, a boy called Peekay is born. His childhood is marked by humiliation and abandonment, yet he vows to survive and conceives heroic dreams-which are nothing compared to what life actually has in store for him. He embarks on an epic journey through a land of tribal superstition and modern prejudice where he will learn the power of words, the power to transform lives, and the power of one. "Totally engrossing . . . presents] the metamorphosis of a most remarkable young man and the almost spiritual influence he has on others . . . Peekay has both humor and a refreshingly earthy touch, and his adventures, at times, are hair-raising in their suspense." -Los Angeles Times Book Review "Marvelous . . . It is the people of the sun-baked plains of Africa who tug at the heartstrings in this book. . . . Bryce] Courtenay draws them all with a fierce and violent love." -The Washington Post Book World "Impressive." -Newsday "A compelling tale." -The Christian Science Monitor, "The Power of One has everything: suspense, the exotic, violence; mysticism, psychology and magic; schoolboy adventures, drama." The New York Times "Unabashedly uplifting . . . asserts forcefully what all of us would like to believe: that the individual, armed with the spirit of independence'the power of one'can prevail." Cleveland Plain Dealer In 1939, as Hitler casts his enormous, cruel shadow across the world, the seeds of apartheid take root in South Africa. There, a boy called Peekay is born. His childhood is marked by humiliation and abandonment, yet he vows to survive and conceives heroic dreamswhich are nothing compared to what life actually has in store for him. He embarks on an epic journey through a land of tribal superstition and modern prejudice where he will learn the power of words, the power to transform lives, and the power of one. "Totally engrossing . . . [presents] the metamorphosis of a most remarkable young man and the almost spiritual influence he has on others . . . Peekay has both humor and a refreshingly earthy touch, and his adventures, at times, are hair-raising in their suspense." Los Angeles Times Book Review "Marvelous . . . It is the people of the sun-baked plains of Africa who tug at the heartstrings in this book. . . . [Bryce] Courtenay draws them all with a fierce and violent love." The Washington Post Book World "Impressive." Newsday "A compelling tale." The Christian Science Monitor
LC Classification NumberPR9619.3.C5964P69
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- 30. Okt. 2019
Soul stirring presentation of universal truths
In this book there are tragedy, serio-comedy, malevolence, generosity, evil, endurance, cruelty, and ultimately hope. The author has created a memorable book of such depth, one needs to re-read it to discover the subtleties, for the plot is so bold that nuance isn't always obvious on the first reading. Highly recommended if you want a book to stir your soul.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 16. Apr. 2019
A great read with many surprises.
A wonderful story, well written, humorous and sad and very entertaining. Highly recommend this to readers and book clubs.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 06. Mär. 2019
So great!
It's perfect. I love this book.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 11. Mai. 2024
It’s a phenomenal book. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a good read.
It’s a phenomenal book. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a good read.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 19. Mai. 2017
The power of one
Enjoyed reading this well-written book immensely…Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 02. Okt. 2018
A Novel for Teenagers and Adults
This is a novel with many wisdoms for young people as they are maturing to adulthood.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 20. Okt. 2020
The Power of One
Incredibly powerful novel. The writing is impeccable.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 14. Dez. 2017
The Power of One
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- 09. Feb. 2018
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