Bryce Courtenay - The Power of One

Pros: Amazing writing, vivid portrayals, intriguing characters.
Cons: None

The Power Of One (by Bryce Coutenay) is one of the most amazing novels that I have ever read. I have read a lot of good books, but this stands apart from one of the others in a small cluster of my *most favorite* books. I first read it almost fourteen ...

Pros: The powerful and emotive story set against a breathtaking backdrop
Cons: None at all

"First with the head and then with the heart- small can beat big"

The story of Peekay told through this book is one of the great literary achievements of the twentieth century. Throughout the breakdown of apartheid in South Africa in the...

Pros: Holds reader interest
Cons: none

______________________________ __________ Title: The Power of One Entertaining Read …….. Recommended …. 4 stars ______________________________ _________ The Review The narrative opens in Northern Transvaal, South Africa. It is 1939. Tracing ...

Pros: Great characters, intricate and interesting story
Cons: Extreme violence and racism, but only as story elements.

This is, without a doubt, one of the most important books I have ever read. I picked this up at the tender age of 12; before then I had only read young-adult fiction, and the occaisional escapist sci-fi or fantasy author. The grim, horrifying nature of...

Pros: fabulous story, endearing characters, laughter and tears
Cons: You try to find some

I cannot believe someone has not written a review before me. This is a fantastic book!

The Power of One is the story of a young man growing up in South Africa during the 1930's and 40's. Peekay goes through many trials and triumphs over...

Pros: Inspiring, good story
Cons: poor ending

This is one of the best books I have ever read. It is the story of an outcast boy, Peekay growing up in a racist South Africa. It deals with the boys discovery of loyalty, strength and courage. His undiscriminating deep relationships with friends of...

Pros: excellent plot and writing
Cons: none

This book was written exceptionally well. It tells of a young boy,Peekay, growing up during and after WW2. He go's through many ups and downs, and is someone everyone can relate to. Whenever something goes wrong in Peekay's life, he is always driven by...

Pros: easy to read
Cons: long

This book was very well Written. i enjoyed it becuase it was about the Veienam War. My grandpa fought in that war, and i want to know what it was about. The book a story about how hard the war was. i would deffinetly recomend this book to everyone. it is...

Pros: It'll help you to reach the "power of one" inside yourself as it did me
Cons:  

I am a vigorous reader. I cannot tell you how much the book "Power of One" had touched me. If you are into writings that are inspirational and touch you in your heart this is the book that you should get. When I was reading (went thru this novel in a...

Pros: Motivational, easy to read, and life-changing
Cons: None

I can not write enough on how this book changed my life. The uplifting story of Peekay is a motivating factor in my life today. If you are contemplating reading this book, then you must take a shot. You will not be disappointed. The book may start slightly slowly but once you are past the first 80 pages, then you will not be able to put it down. The story is fictional but depicts a young english boy, Peekay, growing up in a South Africa that upholds apartheid. Peekay reaches the brink of manhood through a struggle with himself, others, and the environment in which he is raised. Through his love of boxing Peekay is able to overcome.