Call It Courage

De: Armstrong Sperry

Narrado por: Lou Diamond Phillips

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, an island whose seafaring people worship courage, he is terrified, and consequently, he is severely 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.

©1940 Macmillan Publishing Company, a Division of Macmillan, Inc. (P)1999 Random House, Inc., Listening Library, an Imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Reseñas de la Crítica

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)

Pretty good

This is a good story about facing fears. It feels a little old-fashioned, but I mostly enjoyed it.

It was great

It was a cool story and I liked the music in the back round. The narration was great to

Enjoyable

Call It Courage was an enjoyable story to listen to. Lou Diamond Phillips did an excellent job with the narration. The music signaling the end of the chapters was a bit disconcerting at first, however I still very much enjoyed the presentation.

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.

Outstanding

All parts of the book and production are outstanding! Lou Diamond Phillips does a masterful job.

Amazing

I love this! At first you're not used to the music, but overall IT IS amazing

Great Narration!

This story had my children intrigued the whole story! I would recommend this version over any other.

Short wholesome story

My daughters gr 4 class is set to read this. When I found it on audible I gave it a whirl, just so when she nattering to me in the car ride home I know what she is talking about. I didn’t really expect to enjoy it , but I did. It’s a simple story, wish it went into more detail about the daily routine of surviving, but was a good wholesome listen.

call it courage

I think it's a very good story for me to remind me to be brave

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!