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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 (157 ratings)

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The Lords of Discipline

By: Pat Conroy
Narrated by: Roger Wayne
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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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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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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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What a writer!

I’ve read many of his books and loved them. This started slowly for me but then I couldn’t stop listening. The narration was excellent as well.

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Captivating!

I graduated from the Naval Academy not long after the setting in this book. Many of the experiences of Will and his roommates were reminiscent of mine, so it was very compelling to read. Also, Conroy's language is indeed beautiful. Couldn't stop listening.

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