1989 - The Power of One

Bryce's first published novel

The William Heinemann Australia first edition was published in 1989, very likely February 27, 1989; and most probably before the London first edition. Bryce lived in Australia, so it makes sense that his novel would be first offered for sale in Australia

William Heinemann also published an edition in London, which likely first appeared for sale March 20, 1989

Little, Brown and Company published an edition in Canada, and this edition first appeared for sale in 1989

Random House published an edition in the United States, and this edition first appeared for sale June 1989

A Young Readers' Edition was published in 1999

Click a front cover image for more information and numerous photos of the editions.

   Australian First Edition

    British First Edition

American First Edition

   Young Readers' Edition

   Other Editions

    The Movie

This greeting card was sold October 25, 2023 by Christine Courtenay, Bryce's widow.

Her description follows:


 A one only greeting card left from the sellers private collection featuring a beautiful colour printed illustration of Peekay, the extraordinary chief protagonist in The Power of One. Inside the greeting card Bryce Courtenay's name is printed! This beautiful card is in good condition and measures: 22 x 78 mm (no envelope).