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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.
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.
This classic story of adventure and survival maintains its timeless appeal decades after its first publication. Mafatu is a teenaged island boy. When he was only three years old he desperately clung to his mother's neck as she struggled to survive in raging sea waters. She managed to carry Mafatu to shore, but she died immediately after. Ever since, Mafatu has feared the sea. His friends and family scorn him, and Mafatu is ashamed. In a desperate attempt to overcome his fears and to prove that he is not a coward, Mafatu boldly hops into a canoe. Equipped with only his dog, a few nuts, and his fish spear, Mafatu bravely sets sail for a southern island. The ensuing events prove that Mafatu is more than brave. His deeds and the obstacles that he overcomes, prove that he is truly a hero. His courage is remembered for generations to come. It is easy to understand why this fast moving and exciting story is so deserving of the Newbery award that it won. Reviewer: Denise Daley
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Suada Perezic
reviewed Call It Courage on July 25, 2011 Call It Courage
My 13 year-old son brought this book to me two days ago and said that it is one of his all time favorites. So I put it next to the computer to read when I finish "Toward the Gleam." He mentioned it again yesterday, so last night I took it with me to read at bedtime. He saw that I had it on my bedtime stack and picked it up and began telling me again how much he enjoyed this book. You could see the story play across his face as he held it almost reverently. So I put my novel away, and took the time to read something that my child cares about. Now I know why he enjoyed it so much.
This youngest son of mine is the original intelligent caveman and this gripping adventure goes right to the heart of such a boy. It also goes right to the heart of a mom who was so much like him as a child. I couldn't put it down. I don't know why I never read "Call it Courage," but I remember reading adventure stories similar to this one and wishing that such exciting things would happen to me. I am amazed at how quickly those old feelings came back as I read this book.
Occasionally 21st Century Mom kicked in (This book was published in 1940.)and I was distressed at some of the old stereotypes that our society has now abandoned, but I finally told her to be quiet and just settled in for a great read that transported me back to my childhood. I was lost in a world where anyone can have a seemingly impossible adventure and rise to victory. Maybe I needed a reminder that this really is the case if we just give it our best.
I love Mafatu's determination to overcome the label he has been given. And I absolutely love that once he is resolved to this he never turns back. He gives it his best; and although he is war-torn and weary, he overcomes the challenges and trials that he faces--one step at a time. None of it is easy, but his confidence in his own abilities grows with each challenge that he overcomes.This too was a real-life-here-and-now reminder for me.
My son is going to read the book again, and with it fresh in both of our memories, we are going to have a great book discussion.
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