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  • The Lords of Discipline

  • By: Pat Conroy
  • Narrated by: Roger Wayne
  • Length: 19 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (142 ratings)

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The Lords of Discipline

By: Pat Conroy
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Publisher's summary

The Lords of Discipline is, simply, an American classic.” -- Larry King

The Lords of Discipline is a novel about coming of age, brotherhood, betrayal, and a man’s forging of his own personal code of honor. Will McLean, a senior on the cadets’ honor court, is an outsider by nature: a basketball star at a school that prizes military prowess above athletics, a military man in training who dares to question the escalating Vietnam war. And yet his greatest struggle will be with the corrupt institution of which he is a part. Rich in humor and suspense, abounding in a rare honesty and generosity of feeling, this novel established Pat Conroy as one of the strongest fictional voices in a generation.

“A work of enormous power, passion, humor, and wisdom.” – Washington Star

“God preserve Pat Conroy.” – Boston Globe

©1980 Pat Conroy (P)2023 HarperCollins Publishers

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Another win from Pat Conroy

Such an exceptional writer who I keep coming back to. Highly recommend this book, must read.

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Riveting

Slow first 20 minutes but then it was fast paced and stark with its brutality and deep friendships.

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Slow burn but so good

Slow in the beginning and few slow spots in the middle but such a great story. Narration was perfect! Absolutely perfect!

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Excellent

Everything about this book is great! I want to listen again. Such an amazing writer and fantastic performance.

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Excellent Listen

I love Pat Conroy stories as they are written in a manner that draws you in enabling you to actually become part of the story.

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cadet training

Good story and performance. Typical Conroy too much unnecessary writing. If you enjoy Conroy this is a great story.

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Never disappointed with Pat Conroy

He can weave a story that pulls you in so completely that you don’t want put it down or, in this case, turn it off! Very well narrated, too.

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Awesome and unstoppable!

This is a fabulous book about honor and the strength to do what is right even though the fight is insurmountable! I couldn’t stop reading!

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Brilliant storytelling and narration

Few authors captivate scenes as well as Pat Conroy. Such a gifted storyteller. I was riveted from the first chapter. I MUST add that the narration was incredible. Nailed every character and truly captured each personality effortlessly. I highly recommend- you should choose this novel!!!

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Fantastic story and narration!

Fantastic story and narration! I will definitely be checking out more Pat Conroy books now. Also props to the narrator for a wonderful performance.

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