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Chords of Strength: A Memoir of Soul, Song and the Power of Perseverance |  | Author: David Archuleta
Publisher: Celebra Hardcover
Category: Book
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Rating:  46 reviews
Sales Rank: 36860
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 256
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.6
Dimensions (in): 9.6 x 7.8 x 1.2
ISBN: 0451230183
Dewey Decimal Number: 782.42164092
EAN: 9780451230188
ASIN: 0451230183
Publication Date: June 1, 2010
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Product Description
Singing sensation and American Idol favorite David Archuleta tells his inspiring personal story. Includes full-color photos!
A runner-up on American Idol and successful music artist, David Archuleta was named one of the "breakout stars of 2008" by Forbes magazine and landed the number two spot on the Billboard charts.
In Chords of Strength David shares his unexpected and inspiring journey, including how he overcame vocal cord paralysis to achieve his dream of being a singer. He reveals insecurities he felt about his voice-before he realized that he loved the way singing made him feel more than he disliked the way he sounded. In this personal memoir, David opens up about the strength he draws from his unshakable faith and unyielding family. He pays tribute to those who continue to inspire him and through their example help him believe in himself, his talent, and his abilities.
Intimate and uplifting, Chords of Strength allows a unique glimpse of the man behind the music and offers hope to anyone with a passion and a dream.
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WOW! June 1, 2010
Amy (in VA)
41 out of 41 found this review helpful
David Archuleta has been one of the most inspiring singer/songwriters I've ever known (and I've been around awhile haha!). His book, "Chords of Strength," follows the same path, as I found it to be very inspirational, with a message that everyone could be uplifted by. I love how the book is written - on the one hand, you get some of David's rambly teenaged thoughts, and on the other, you get some VERY mature, profound statements that are sure to resonate if you are really listening. I love how David discusses how important his faith is and how it has affected the way he deals with life, without assuming that everyone has that aspect in their lives, and without "pushing" it onto the reader. Though age 19, David does have a mature perspective on the challenges and struggles that life gives you, and how to turn those things into growth for your own life. I read this book, almost cover-to-cover in several hours. It's riveting. I highly recommend this book to anyone, any age, any sex, any faith, who wants to explore their own life's challenges or who needs hope to push forward. David is not a "privileged kid" who got everything he wanted in life. David had parents who encouraged him and gave him tools to pursue his interests, but he found the strength he needed to make the tough choices along the way. I believe anyone who reads this book will find a little of themselves in it, and learn a thing or two!
Enjoy!
Chords of Strength by David Archuleta June 1, 2010
3babies (ga)
33 out of 34 found this review helpful
I loved this book. Could not put it down! It was inspiring and I smiled, laughed, and even cried at times. His thoughts were so clear to the reader that you didn't have to second guess what he was trying to get across in his words. David may come across as young on the outside, but after you read this book you will realize how mature he is when relating his beliefs and struggles to the reader. David shares in his book his deepest thoughts and beliefs and in turn the book was a huge inspiration to me. David is one of the best role models a young person could have these days. I would recommend this book to people of all ages. It will truly touch you in a way you will not soon forget. It is one that will sit on my bookshelf to be read over and over.
Pure David Archuleta June 1, 2010
hollyre (Cincinnati, OH)
25 out of 25 found this review helpful
I am so happy that Chords of Strength is finally here. What an amazing book by an amazing person. The writing is so "David" and feels like he could be sitting and talking to you. David really understands the path of his life so far and expresses how he has been led along this path with it's bumps, curves, turns and detours. For such a young man David has a lot to teach each and every one of us about our own lives. I challenge everyone to take the time to read this wonderful book. Oh, yeah, listen to David's music, too. His voice will fill your heart.
Chords of Strength by David Archuleta June 1, 2010
caitlin1591 (ny)
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Not only is David Archuleta a MEGA musical talent...he is a man of principle. This is a FUN and INSPIRING read!
an inspiring read! June 4, 2010
Kimberly
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
I've loved David since he was thrust into the eyes of the public two and a half years ago. Not only am I a fan of his music but of him as a person. His humble, kind nature has shown me what a true role model should be like. After reading "Chords of Strength", my respect for him has grown in size. Although I'm only a few years older then him, his perspective and outlook on life is so much more mature then mine.
The book was an inspiring read. David takes us on a journey from his early childhood, his challenges with his vocal paralysis, his journey during American Idol, and then he shares with us his outlook and what he values in life. As a fan, I found the stories about his childhood and the challenges he faced during that period to be quite interesting. Also interesting to read was how he described his life during AI and what went on behind the scenes. The last 3-4 chapters really captivated me. David describes what he loves about music, what he believes the meaning of success is, what he thinks brings true happiness, etc. As someone who is going through a rough time in some areas of my life, the messages contained in those chapters were what I needed. They helped me examine my own outlook on life.
I recommend it to any fan of David. A casual reader may enjoy it too. David may only be 19 years old, but he's had to face challenges and fears that anyone any age can relate to.
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