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Life Beyond Measure : Letters to My Great-Granddaughter by Sidney Poitier (2008, Hardcover)

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Sidney Poitier is one of the most revered actors in the history of Hollywood. He has overcome enormous obstacles in extraordinary times and is a role model for many Americans because of his convictions, bravery, and grace. Poitier reflects on his amazing life in Life Beyond Measure, offering inspirational advice and personal stories in the form of extended letters to his great-granddaughter. Writing for all who admire his example and who search for wisdom only a man of great experience can offer, this American icon shares his thoughts on love, faith, courage, and the future. Poitier draws upon the perspective and wisdom gained from his memories as a poor boy in the Bahamas, his experience of racism coming to the United States, falling in love and raising a family, breaking the race barrier in theater and film during the Civil Rights Era, achieving stardom and success in Hollywood, and being a diplomat and humanitarian. He reflects on the deepest questions and the significant passages of his life, the virtues that helped him through tough times, and the sense of purpose and history that strengthened him. He emphasizes the importance of the role of faith in a technological age, as well as our responsibility to the earth and future generations. Throughout, Poitier shares stories about the people of courage he has met along the way and the meaning of life in the face of death. Life Beyond Measure is the perfect book to inspire readers to live the fullest life with integrity, from one of our most respected celebrities and a national treasure.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0061496189
ISBN-13
9780061496189
eBay Product ID (ePID)
63412208

Product Key Features

Book Title
Life Beyond Measure : Letters to My Great-Granddaughter
Author
Sidney Poitier
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Personal Growth / Memory Improvement, Parenting / Grandparenting, Entertainment & Performing Arts
Publication Year
2008
Genre
Family & Relationships, Self-Help, Biography & Autobiography
Number of Pages
304 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
9in
Item Height
1in
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
19.5 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Pn2287
Reviews
"It's typical of Poitier's modesty that what may be his last book is not another celebration of his triumphs but a collection of lessons learned by that wise old actor, passed on to generations who might never truly understand how he changed movies." (The Los Angeles Times), Some people aren't satisfied to be dashing, principled, talented, influential, and legendary; they have to keep giving of themselves. In Life Beyond Measure, Poitier unaffectedly muses on life's mysteries, as compelling as ever in his ninth decade., "It's typical of Poitier's modesty that what may be his last book is not another celebration of his triumphs but a collection of lessons learned by that wise old actor, passed on to generations who might never truly understand how he changed movies." -- The Los Angeles Times "Some people aren't satisfied to be dashing, principled, talented, influential, and legendary; they have to keep giving of themselves. In Life Beyond Measure, Poitier unaffectedly muses on life's mysteries, as compelling as ever in his ninth decade." -- O Magazine "Wise life lessons for everyone's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren." -- Ebony, It's typical of Poitier's modesty that what may be his last book is not another celebration of his triumphs but a collection of lessons learned by that wise old actor, passed on to generations who might never truly understand how he changed movies.
Copyright Date
2008
Lccn
2008-004506
Dewey Decimal
791.43028092
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes

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5 out of 5 stars
by bowyerjoJun 03, 2008
Excellent memoirs for a grandaughter and his fans.
I bought this title because I have all the respect for the man and his talents. He is such a remarkable human being with such humbleness and kindness in his soul. He has raised the standards in the acting profession and for human kind. I liked that he wrote this to his grandaughter as his legacy. We are very fortunate that he shared it with us as well. I also liked that it was a limited signed edition.
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by dcruz1255Aug 09, 2008
Life Beyond Measure by Sidney Poitier (2008)
i bought this book for my mom because she has always been a fan of sidney poiter and she loves it !!

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