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Bryce Courtenay

The Power of One

The Power of One

A classic coming-of-age novel set in South Africa by Bryce Courtenay

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  • Kathryn Van Duyne
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    “One of the most transformative experiences of my young life was reading this after high school graduation. It is like having a wise, weathered big brother sit you down and tell you how to live. I love this book so deeply.”

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  • Rebekah Weston
    Rebekah Weston

    “It is fascinating and delightful book. You get botany, boxing, African history, ww2 history, and geology. You will feel courageous and bold.”

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