List Written by Armstrong Perry - Performed by Lou Diamond Phillips - 2 CASSETTES - 2 hours Publisher, Bantam Doubleday Dell (1997) RECEIVED THE COVETED "AUDIOFILE EARPHONES AWARD" (February/March 1999) FOR EXCEPTIONAL NARRATIVE VOICE AND STYLE, VOCAL CHARACTERIZATIONS, APPROPRIATENESS FOR AUDIO FORMAT AND ENHANCEMENT OF THE TEXT! "A classic example of the power of audio to enhance a beautifully told story." Mafatu's name means "Stout Heart," but his people call him a coward. Ever since the sea took his mother's life and spared his own, he has lived with deep fear. And even though his father is the Great Chief of Hikueru--and island whose seafaring people worship courage--he is terrified, and so scorned. 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. About the Performer: Highlights of Lou Diamond Phillips's film credits include Courage Under Fire, Young Guns II, Stand and Deliver, and La Bamba. An accomplished stage actor, he starred in the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of The King and I. |
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| Call it Courage | Jul 10, 2007 | Dan McConnell | Marathon NY US | |
| I just speed-read this to prep for a 3wk summer school with 4th going on 5th graders. I think it's a great story with a few challenges: the mood is often... more... | ||||
| Call It Courage | Jan 24, 2007 | Mary Elizabeth | Utica Oh US | |
| It was very good for one thing, for another I love the daring adventures he goes through with The Eaters Of Men, The Hammerhead Shark and much more. I love... more... | ||||