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Call It Courage
- Narrated by: Lou Diamond Phillips
- Length: 1 hr and 57 mins
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Publisher's Summary
By the time he is twelve years old, Mafatu can bear it no longer. He must conquer his fear alone...even if it means certain death.
This classic tale of a young boy's hidden strength has been a favorite of readers of all ages since its 1940 publication. Now this exclusive audio preserves its original poignancy and splendor, and brings Mafatu to life for future generations of listeners.
Critic Reviews
Newbery Medal Winner, 1941
"The story is wild enough to be remembered, and it cannot be remembered without doing good." (New York Herald Tribune)
"[Narrator Lou Diamond] Phillips gives this Newbery Medal classic adventure tale an outstanding performance. He so effectively develops the character of the boy that listeners feel Mafatu's terror and fierce determination to overcome his fear... Sound effects enhance the narration.... A classic example of the power of audio to enhance a beautifully told story." (AudioFile)
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- Just me
- 03-20-08
Kept my kids on the edge of their seat
This book was a fun family read. Lots of excitement combined with a very good lesson.
3 people found this helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-09-18
Amazing
I love this! At first you're not used to the music, but overall IT IS amazing
2 people found this helpful
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- FlameHaze
- 02-05-19
Truly amazing!
My class read this book in 4th grade. Years later as an adult I truly enjoyed it again! I was truly happy to finally find the book. I understood more about it now and truly appreciate this wonderful book!
1 person found this helpful
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- SAG Victor
- 12-19-18
Disappointing
Not sure how this story got to be a classic. The writing was weak, flat. It was boring, especially an adventure story. Actually, I’m not sure if it was the performance or the writing. I’ll have to try reading a few pages in the book.
1 person found this helpful
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- Sandy
- 09-02-17
great story
Great story, easy to follow and understand. Narrator and music adds great detail to the story. 100% recommend it
1 person found this helpful
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- S. Carter
- 10-23-15
Great Narration!
This story had my children intrigued the whole story! I would recommend this version over any other.
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- Dara G.
- 09-22-15
It was great
It was a cool story and I liked the music in the back round. The narration was great to
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- Bruce J. Cruz
- 10-15-20
Superb story of courage, bravery, and development.
Well-written and masterfully crafted story of a boy who discovered his potential and overcame his fear of the sea.
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- jewell
- 02-11-13
All-age favorite
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
This overcoming, coming-of-age story is a favorite with my children from elementary school to adult.
What did you like best about this story?
Mufatu faces his deepest (and legitmate) fears and overcomes them
Which scene was your favorite?
When he realizes himself that he has faced his fears and a brave
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
It will make you hold your breath a bit! Sigh with relief, and rejoice
Any additional comments?
The end requires some meditation, and personal interpretation
1 person found this helpful