The Glory Field Free Audiobook Download by Walter Dean Myers
Like many other Americans, sports is everything to Ezra Knight. The Glory Field is a poignant story about a young boy from the tony suburb of Queens who dreams of one day playing in the National League and never has to work another day in his life. The novel follows Ezra's journey through school and into adulthood as he discovers that no matter how much you want something, sometimes it just isn't in your control.
For the first time in a long time, some people were doing something different. They were living with more respect and kindness to others. They lived risky lives like soldiers, gamblers, and thieves. A boy named William Biggs becomes an orphan after his father shoots himself. His mother sends him to a house of orphans called the Glory Field. After hearing about the Glory Field from a stranger who recently arrived at the field, William goes there only to find that not all is as it seems.
The Glory Field is a great book. This audiobook download - narrated by Ezra Knight - give the listener insight into this story. The Glory Field is about a young boy who, when he was younger, wanted to be like his mentor, and his friend, Ronnie. Ronnie is a star athlete and he could do it all: hit a baseball out of the park; run faster than anyone on the field; jump higher than anyone in the stands. When he decides to quit playing ball and move away from his hometown, Jesse takes up the game and becomes an MVP player. As their careers take off, they become best friends and live a lot of life together.
Ezra Knight is a twelve-year-old boy just beginning his baseball career. He hopes to earn a position on the team and achieve his dream of playing in the Major League. Even though Knight's mother tries her best to keep him away from the game, he can't help but imagine what would be like to be a professional player. The Glory Field is an inspiring story that will teach you how to never give up your dreams no matter what happens, even if they seem impossible.
The Glory Field is about a young boy named Matty who has different family members who work in different jobs and are always thinking about their next meal. His mother is a drug addict, his dad works two jobs, and his older brother takes care of the family. Matty feels like there's no one left to take care of him so he decides to take on a new identity called 'Ezra Knight.' He makes it his mission to help people who have been forgotten by society with food and shelter.
The Glory Field follows the story of Frank Farmer, a 12-year old boy living in Harlem in 1947. Frank's father was killed during World War II and this forces him to go live with his uncle and forms a deep bond with his uncle's son who is also named Frank Farmer. A football coach at the local high school sees the strength that Frank has and takes him under his wing, giving him the opportunity to play at an elite level of football.
Published Date | 2014-01-03 |
Duration | 9 hours 24 minutes |
Author | Walter Dean Myers |
Narrated | Ezra Knight |
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Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | Kids |
Parent Category | Health & Family, General |