Keep Going: The Art of Perseverance (Abridged) Audiobook, by Joseph M. Marshall III Play Audiobook Sample

Keep Going: The Art of Perseverance (Abridged) Audiobook

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Read By: Joseph M. Marshall III Publisher: Sounds True Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 2.50 hours at 1.5x Speed 1.88 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: August 2006 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN:

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Difficulties are a part of life, but so is the wisdom that helps us overcome them. On Keep Going, Lakota elder and award-winning storyteller Joseph M. Marshall III offers the unique perspective of his people to remind us that the most important and enduring lessons come through the power of perseverance.

In this original author adaptation, Marshall shares with heartwarming understanding and moving insight stories that stretch back across generations through the Lakota oral tradition. Whether you're currently involved in a challenging situation or simply in need of a voice of encouragement, Keep Going will inspire each and every step along the path ahead of you.

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"this book had sat on my bookshelf for a long time. but in March 2010, my Mother passed away. and for some reason i was pulled/drawn to this book. many passages in "Keep Going" deeply touched my heart. thank you, Joseph Marshall. "

— Resa (5 out of 5 stars)

Keep Going: The Art of Perseverance Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.31428571428571 out of 54.31428571428571 out of 54.31428571428571 out of 54.31428571428571 out of 54.31428571428571 out of 5 (4.31)
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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is a wonderful book to read, especially in today's tough times. The story is beautifully told and hopeful, which is what we all need at times -- hope. "

    — Jennifer, 1/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Read this in one day. An awesome book from the wisdom of the Lakota tribe's Joseph Marshall III. "

    — Tommy, 12/12/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent book and one to keep near on the bed table! Excellent writer and storyteller. "

    — Deb, 12/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It carries with it...Quiet wisdom. I recommend it. "

    — Glenda, 11/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Without bad how would we measure good "

    — Tami, 11/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Good stories, a mythos that kept me going in the pursuit of my truth. "

    — Zachary, 10/13/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book. The stories have stayed with me and I think of them often when I am facing something difficult. I will definatly read again and again. "

    — Shawn, 9/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " A book about dealing with loss and grief. Good messages but nothing really new. Just not what I'm in the mood for at the moment. "

    — Matthew, 7/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A Native American elder's short stories on how to "keep going" through the struggles of life. "

    — Crystal, 7/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Anyone that has lost sight of hope should read this. An inspiring man, as well as writer. Grandfather's stories... "

    — Stella, 4/12/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book has brought nothing but a new sense of hope to me. I am currently re-reading it because once I again I find myself lacking of perseverance. "

    — Coleen, 2/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is a great book to read, especially when you are having a hard time. "

    — Tais, 12/31/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I was hoping for more from this book. It had some good stories in it, but wasn't engaging and enlightening as I'd hoped. "

    — Katrina, 10/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I liked this book. It's about a young man who has lost his father and seeks comfort and advice from his Native American grandfather on how to deal with death, life, adversity and how to "keep going." "

    — Glenette, 7/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A nice book on keeping your chin up when things knock you down. Told through the tales of Native Americans it is a great read about leadership. "

    — Gregory, 7/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Another quick read. This book restates what many other books have said; just from the perspective of a Lakota. "

    — Levi, 5/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Why is life so hard? One of life's toughest questions. Joseph Marshall responds in ways that are illustrated by moving stories that don't take the pain away but help a person to look for the lessons in the journey of life. "

    — Lorna, 3/15/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is a great afternoon read with some life lessons that are reasonable, logical, and easily paralleled/compared with biblical truth and values. "

    — Jeremy, 1/20/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book has great stories included in the overall story and they have great messages. I think between this and others Marshall has probably moved up to be my favorite author. "

    — Susan, 11/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " whenever i am feeling down, i just pick up this book and i am lifted. this book is amazing!!!! "

    — Lara, 10/3/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I stumbled upon Joseph Marshall a few years ago and have become a big fan. This is a quick, easy, read and has some great life lessons. "

    — Todd, 7/3/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was better than I anticipated. Nice reminder about life. "

    — Katie, 6/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A nice book on keeping your chin up when things knock you down. Told through the tales of Native Americans it is a great read about leadership. "

    — Gregory, 5/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book has great stories included in the overall story and they have great messages. I think between this and others Marshall has probably moved up to be my favorite author. "

    — Susan, 2/2/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book has brought nothing but a new sense of hope to me. I am currently re-reading it because once I again I find myself lacking of perseverance. "

    — Coleen, 8/7/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Read this in one day. An awesome book from the wisdom of the Lakota tribe's Joseph Marshall III. "

    — Tommy, 8/2/2009
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It carries with it...Quiet wisdom. I recommend it. "

    — Glenda, 7/31/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book. The stories have stayed with me and I think of them often when I am facing something difficult. I will definatly read again and again. "

    — Shawn, 7/13/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Without bad how would we measure good "

    — Tami, 6/19/2009
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Good stories, a mythos that kept me going in the pursuit of my truth. "

    — Zachary, 6/13/2009
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Another quick read. This book restates what many other books have said; just from the perspective of a Lakota. "

    — Levi, 4/6/2009
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is a wonderful book to read, especially in today's tough times. The story is beautifully told and hopeful, which is what we all need at times -- hope. "

    — Jennifer, 12/29/2008
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I was hoping for more from this book. It had some good stories in it, but wasn't engaging and enlightening as I'd hoped. "

    — Katrina, 8/5/2008
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I have the hardcover. Inspirational - regardless of your belief system. "

    — Rebecca, 5/24/2008
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was better than I anticipated. Nice reminder about life. "

    — Katie, 9/29/2007