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The Power of One: Popular Penguins

By Bryce Courtenay
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The Power of One: Popular Penguins by Bryce Courtenay is an inspiring tale set in South Africa during the 1930s and 1940s. It follows a young boy named Peekay, who, despite facing numerous challenges and oppressions in a racially divided society, discovers his own strength and courage. Embarking on a journey of personal growth, Peekay learns about the importance of perseverance, self-belief, and the unifying power of the human spirit.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories about personal resilience and triumph over adversity. Set against the backdrop of South Africa's complex society, it follows a young boy's journey in overcoming life's obstacles through determination and courage. This book may appeal to you if you appreciate rich, character-driven narratives with a strong sense of place.

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The Power of One: Popular Penguins

First with your head and then with your heart... To Peekay, a seven-year-old boy who dreams of being the welterweight champion of the world, this is a piece of advice that he will carry with him throughout his life. Bryce Courtenay's classic bestseller is a story of the triumph of the human spirit - a spellbinding tale for all ages.

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First with your head and then with your heart... To Peekay, a seven-year-old boy who dreams of being the welterweight champion of the world, this is a piece of advice that he will carry with him throughout his life.

Born in a South Africa divided by racism and hatred, this one small boy will come to lead all the tribes of Africa. And in a final conflict with his childhood enemy, the Judge, Peekay will fight to the death for justice.

The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay is a classic bestseller that tells the story of the triumph of the human spirit—a spellbinding tale for all ages.

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The Power of One: Popular Penguins by Bryce Courtenay is widely praised for its inspirational and moving narrative. Reviewers often highlight the profound character development and the novel's powerful themes of resilience and personal growth against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa. The book's storytelling and its blend of historical context with a personal journey are frequently commended.

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ISBN: 9780143204794

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 50.0mm

Width: 113.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 358g

Pages: 640

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Bryce Courtenay Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Bryce Courtenay is the bestselling author of The Power of One, Tandia, April Fool's Day, The Potato Factory, Tommo and Hawk, Solomon's Song, Jessica, A Recipe for Dreaming, The Family Frying Pan, The Night Country, Smoky Joe's Cafe, Four Fires, Matthew Flinders' Cat, Brother Fish, Whitethorn, Sylvia, The Persimmon Tree, Fishing for Stars and The Story of Danny Dunn.

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