Call It Courage

Name: Call It Courage
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SKU: 9781416953685
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By Armstrong Sperry

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Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry is a captivating tale of a young Polynesian boy named Mafatu who sets out on a daring journey to conquer his fear of the sea. Struggling to shed his reputation as a coward, he ventures into the ocean and faces various challenges that test his courage and resourcefulness. This adventure story beautifully explores themes of bravery, self-discovery, and growth.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories of adventure and resilience. It follows a young Polynesian boy who faces his fear of the sea and embarks on a daring journey, highlighting themes of courage, survival, and self-discovery that can inspire both children and adults alike.

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Call It Courage tells the story of Mafatu, who has been afraid of the sea for as long as he can remember. Despite being the son of the Great Chief of Hikueru—an island where the seafaring people worship courage—Mafatu feels like an outsider.

All his life, he has been teased, taunted, and even blamed for storms on the sea.

At the age of fifteen, no longer willing to endure the ridicule and jibes, Mafatu decides to take his fate into his own hands. With his dog, Uri, as his companion, Mafatu paddles out to sea, ready to confront his fears.

What he learns on his solitary adventure will change him forever and make him a hero in the eyes of his people.

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Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry is praised for its ability to spark inspiration and courage in young readers through a compelling narrative. The story is lauded for its skilful and rapid storytelling that captivates the reader's attention. Sperry's imaginative and sincere writing, combined with his adventurous illustrations, creates a vivid and memorable experience that appeals to a broad audience and is particularly effective for storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781416953685

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 January 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon Pulse

Edition: Reprint

Illustration: f-c cvr

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 106.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 70g

Pages: 128

Collections

Armstrong Sperry Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Armstrong Sperry (1897–1976) is the author of many books for young readers, including Call It Courage, All Sail Set, Lost Lagoon, and Hull-Down for Action.