Shannon Lee, daughter of the martial artist film star Bruce Lee, gives a stirring performance in this illuminating narrative about her father and his transformative philosophies. Lee's heartfelt story reveals the origin of the phrase "be water" and recounts how he harnessed this idea to become the powerful, self-actualized Asian cultural icon who popularized martial arts in the Western world. Lee's narration blends resonance and strength with gentle and touching moments as she moves between events in her father's life and her own, highlighting how his philosophies inspired her to move forward even after the devastating loss of her brother, Brandon. Beautifully narrated, this inspiring book is also a touching tribute to Lee's father and his transformative ideas.
Pub Date: Oct. 6, 2020
Duration: 7 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781250759832
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
James Michener tells the real stories behind the man and his books. The recording is read with skill and consistency although the reader does little to enhance the robust, larger-than-life incidents related in the book. Due to the first-person narrative format, there is no opportunity for the narrator to change his voice. This makes some chapters monotonous as they go on and on in the typical Michener style. The listener may also become confused because the stories are not told chronologically. This is not a great choice for the audio format, but Michener fans may stick with it to the end.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 22 hrs
Publisher: Books on Tape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
In a quest for a sense of inner contentment and self-worth, Gloria Steinem brings the reader on a journey of investigation and discovery. Steinem reads the text herself in a straightforward and friendly, but not intimate, presentation which is so easy to listen to it invites repetition--thus ensuring the painless relearning of the lessons of the book. It's difficult to tell from the reading that this audiobook is abridged; each section can stand alone. Nonetheless, the listener wished the book were unabridged. Steinem left me wanting to learn more.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 3 hrs
Publisher: Dove Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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