Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

  • Apple
  • Android
  • Windows Phone
  • Android

To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number.
Download to your computer
Kindle Cloud Reader
Facebook Twitter Pinterest
  • List Price: $13.95
  • Save: $3.71 (27%)
FREE Shipping on orders with at least $25 of books.
Only 20 left in stock (more on the way).
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.
The Secret Power Within has been added to your Cart
Want it Saturday, Aug. 20? Order within and choose this date at checkout.
Ship to:
Select a shipping address:
To see addresses, please
or
Please enter a valid US zip code.
or
FREE Shipping on orders over $25.
Used: Very Good | Details
Sold by Jenson Books Inc
Fulfilled by Amazon
Condition: Used: Very Good
Comment: A well-cared-for item that has seen limited use but remains in great condition. The item is complete, unmarked, and undamaged, but may show some limited signs of wear. Item works perfectly. Pages and dust cover are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine is undamaged.

Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in Amazon's fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and .

If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you increase your sales. We invite you to learn more about Fulfillment by Amazon .

Sorry, there was a problem.

There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Please try again.

Sorry, there was a problem.

List unavailable.
Have one to sell? Sell on Amazon
Flip to back Flip to front
Listen Playing... Paused   You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition.
Learn more
See all 3 images

The Secret Power Within Paperback – January 6, 1997

by
Chuck Norris (Author)
› Visit Amazon's Chuck Norris Page
Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
See search results for this author
Are you an author? Learn about Author Central
Chuck Norris (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 67 customer reviews
See all 4 formats and editions Hide other formats and editions
Price
New from Used from
Hardcover
"Please retry"
—
$6.70 $0.01
Paperback
"Please retry"
$10.24
$4.34 $0.01
Best Books of the Year So Far
Looking for something great to read? Browse our editors' picks for the Best Books of the Year So Far in fiction, nonfiction, mysteries, children's books, and much more.
$10.24 FREE Shipping on orders with at least $25 of books. Only 20 left in stock (more on the way). Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.

Frequently Bought Together

  • The Secret Power Within
  • +
  • Against All Odds: My Story
  • +
  • Black Belt Patriotism: How to Reawaken America
Total price: $36.99
Buy the selected items together

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
This shopping feature will continue to load items. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading.
Back
  1. Against All Odds: My Story
    Chuck Norris
    4.6 out of 5 stars 492
    Paperback
    $12.95 Prime
  2. Black Belt Patriotism: How to Reawaken America
    Chuck Norris
    4.6 out of 5 stars 26
    Paperback
    $13.80 Prime
  3. The Secret of Inner Strength: My Story
    Chuck Norris
    4.7 out of 5 stars 22
    Hardcover
  4. The Official Chuck Norris Fact Book: 101 of Chuck's Favorite Facts and Stories
    Chuck Norris
    4.6 out of 5 stars 67
    Paperback
    $12.74 Prime
  5. A Threat to Justice: A Novel (Justice Riders)
    Chuck Norris
    4.6 out of 5 stars 13
    Paperback
    $15.99 Prime
  6. Walker, Texas Ranger: The Complete Collection
    Chuck Norris
    4.7 out of 5 stars 76
    DVD
    $85.73 Prime
Next
NO_CONTENT_IN_FEATURE
The latest book club pick from Oprah
"The Underground Railroad" by Colson Whitehead is a magnificent novel chronicling a young slave's adventures as she makes a desperate bid for freedom in the antebellum South. See more

Product Details

  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Harmony; Reprint edition (January 6, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 055306908X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0553069082
  • Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #608,750 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

    •  Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?

Customer Reviews

Top Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsA very good book, Excellently written
By Golden Lion VINE VOICE on June 18, 2002
Format: Paperback
Golden Lion Kempo Karate: I've studied Kempo Karate, Tai Chi, Akido, Jui Jutisitu and Judo over the last ten years. I related to the concepts and stories told by the author. A martial artist knows the commitment, skill, and dedication required to gain a Black Belt, but few really understand the essence of Zen, in their training. The author does not try to explain all the philosophical aspects of Zen or Buddism, instead draws from his own life experiences instances of Zen. Many of these stories are very personal and easy to relate too. The author has a very honest and non-assumption style to his writing; rather than focusing on achievements and personal aggrandizing, he emphasizes his struggles with marriage, tournament fighting, recovery from a bankrupt school, and a brother killed in Viet Nam. I personally found the book to be very inspiring and renewed a desire to be a leader and better example to my students and those around me. The author effectively communicated topics of Zen in a easy to understand concepts and stories. A rare addition to your Marital Art Library.
Comment 29 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 starsAwesome Book
By Heather Schubert on April 18, 2000
Format: Paperback
I read this book from front to back within a matter of days and it was the most uplifting book I've ever read. After lending it to a friend who lost it, I had to re-order it but it was well worth paying for it again. Even my husband couldn't put the book down! Chuck Norris is the most inspirational person I know of in real life as well as on TV. His show deals with his own morals and philosophies that he practices in real life. If I hadn't read this book, I'd never have known he lost a brother in Vietnam. I was fortunate to see the Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall when it came to my home town last November. I found Weiland's name on the Wall. Just knowing it was Chuck's brother and having read the heartbreak he went through (and still goes through from the loss of his brother), it was a very moving experience for me. This book should be mandatory in every school in America! Chuck Norris is the epitome of heroism and what all of mankind should be. He would make a great President!
Comment 15 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 starsAwesome!!! We should all take notes...
By C. Reynolds on September 29, 1999
Format: Paperback
I have been a fan of Chuck Norris for some time now. I ran across this book in my local library. I read it in just a few hours. I couldn't put it down!! I already had a lot of respect for Chuck, but after reading this book I came away with so much more. He shows us that we can all accomplish anything and that we "are the only things standing in (our) way". I hope my sons can grow up to become men as honored and respected as Chuck Norris. There is so much in this book that we can all take into our lives to improve them. I hope we will. This world could sure use more people like him.
Comment 18 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 starsExcellent explanation of Zen & practical, solid techniques.
By A Customer on September 21, 1996
Format: Hardcover
Written by world champion martial arts master and longtime box office superstar Chuck Norris,"The Secret Power Within" is not what you'd expect from "Walker, Texas Ranger," laid-back law enforcement good guy famous for kicking the crap out of (pick one): Viet
Cong, mafia thugs, dope addicts, horse rustlers, drug smugglers, pimps, child beaters, etc. Of the incredible list of Chuck Norris titles in Amazon's huge inventory, it's unusual to find one on "Self Help/Inspiration" but this book is solid! The author has obviously disciplined his mind and elevated his thoughts and tells his personal story of applying Zen, core philosophy behind all martial arts.
It's an excellent book for developing self-confidence, to achieve spiritual tranquility and to learn more
about Zen's real-life, practical benefits.
Comment 8 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 starsGOOD BOOK ON TWO LEVELS
By C. J. Schafer on December 15, 2001
Format: Paperback
Chuck managed to do something here that many other authors find hard to do, write an easy to read book. You'll breeze through each chapter, never bored, never finding your mind wondering off somewhere else, always interested.
Perhaps it is the result of a purposeful mindful life that allows the author to communicate in such a crisp, economical style.
The writing is the first level, zen is the second level.
The 'lessons' about zen may seem thin, but that is a good thing. Many of us tend to over analyze things and therefore favor writings that 'seem' to impart lots of information in long text.
Zen is simple, but it's not easy.
I suppose there have been many readers of this (and other zen books) who never got it at all. I offer the following suggestion to prevent this from happening. Read the book through once, then return again to an individual chapter. Read that one chapter often over a period of time and try to act upon the message delivered.
'The Secret Power Within' is a nice start for all of us beginners.
Comment 7 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 starsZen and Martial Arts Its Mastery
By Jimmy G. Mahuron on December 10, 1999
Format: Paperback
I have always been interested in Martial Arts and its practice and where it came from out how it has evolved. You get some keen insights for at least two of its practicing fellow martial artist. Unquestionably Bruce Lee was on top of his art and was developing his skills along with Carlos (Chuck) Norris and you get some nice pearls in this wonderful book about Zen, Norris, Lee. Read the book and find the pearls!
Comment 6 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse
5.0 out of 5 starsWELL WORTH THE TIME SPENT TO READ THIS WORK
By D. Blankenship HALL OF FAMETOP 50 REVIEWER on August 2, 2005
Format: Paperback
First let me say that I, in general, have a rather low opinion of this particular genre of book. Secondly, I am not a big Chuck Norris (the actor) fan. (Note: On the other hand, I do admire very much Chuck Norris the man, and his many, many accomplishments and the way he has lead his life). Those two things being said, I was very surprised at the usefulness of this particular book. The writing is quite simple, easy to understand and Mr. Norris certainly has some wonderful advice to share. I do agree with another reviewer in that Mr. Norris has obviously been influenced by another writer of some twenty years ago. this is okay though. I know of absolutely no writer in history that has not been influenced in someway by those who proceeded him. Why should Mr. Norris be any different. This work, my Norris is a much easier read than some of the other works in this field and I feel could probably be more understood by the younger reader. Overall I recommend this one highly.
Comment 7 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Yes No Sending feedback...
Thank you for your feedback.
Sorry, we failed to record your vote. Please try again
Report abuse

Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

interesting read,

Published 2 months ago by tom
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Fantastic book on how to apply Zen concepts to your everyday life, especially if your a martial artist.

Published 6 months ago by M.
3.0 out of 5 starsplead the 5th

no comment

Published 9 months ago by W. Wooard
5.0 out of 5 starsPlease note I'm not into martial arts but enjoyed this book

Very interesting and informative book. Please note I'm not into martial arts but enjoyed this book.

Published 11 months ago by M
5.0 out of 5 starsTO ALL BLACK-BELTS, CALLING ALL BLACK-BELTS!!!

This is what I would list as a 'required read' for any red/brown belt testing for his black belt or for any 1st degree black-belts in general, provides a deep insight into the... Read more

Published 11 months ago by Ike Eisenacher
5.0 out of 5 starsUseful, Captivating and Interesting Read.

I dint know that Chuck Norris can write such a good book. I saw him first in Delta Force movie when I was probably around 10 years of age. Read more

Published 15 months ago by Rajasimhan
3.0 out of 5 starsThree Stars

Sent it to someone for a gift.

Published 16 months ago by mele
5.0 out of 5 starsClimbing the inner mountain

Even though his movies are not Oscar quality material you tend to watch his movies because you like the man and what he is doing and for what he stands for. Read more

Published 20 months ago by gsm
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Great book...,I didn't even know he wrote books...lol

Published 21 months ago by jwk
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Very good read, flows nicely. Good advice and reflections throughout on his way to reaching his goals

Published 21 months ago by Alexander Sizemore

Set up an Amazon Giveaway

The Secret Power Within
Amazon Giveaway allows you to run promotional giveaways in order to create buzz, reward your audience, and attract new followers and customers. Learn more about Amazon Giveaway
This item: The Secret Power Within
Set up a giveaway

There's a problem loading this menu right now.

Learn more about Amazon Prime.