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Measure of a Man : A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier (2000, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-100062516078
ISBN-139780062516077
eBay Product ID (ePID)1136605
Product Key Features
Book TitleMeasure of a Man : a Spiritual Autobiography
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSpirituality, General, Entertainment & Performing Arts
Publication Year2000
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorSidney Poitier
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight20.5 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN99-088322
Dewey Edition21
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal791.43/028/092 B
Synopsis"I have no wish to play the pontificating fool, pretending that I've suddenly come up with the answers to all life's questions. Quite the contrary, I began this book as an exploration, an exercise in selfquestioning. In other words, I wanted to find out, as I looked back at a long and complicated life, with many twists and turns, how well I've done at measuring up to the values I myself have set." In this luminous memoir, a true American icon looks back on his celebrated life and career. His body of work is arguably the most morally significant in cinematic history, and the power and influence of that work are indicative of the character of the man behind the many storied roles. Sidney Poitier here explores these elements of character and personal values to take his own measure--as a man, as a husband and father, and as an actor. Poitier credits his parents and his childhood on tiny Cat Island in the Bahamas for equipping him with the unflinching sense of right and wrong and of selfworth that he has never surrendered and that have dramatically shaped his world. "In the kind of place where I grew up," recalls Poitier, "what's coming at you is the sound of the sea and the smell of the wind and momma's voice and the voice of your dad and the craziness of your brothers and sisters ... and that's it." Without television, radio, and material distractions to obscure what matters most, he could enjoy the simple things, endure the long commitments, and find true meaning in his life. Poitier was uncompromising as he pursued a personal and public life that would honor his upbringing and the invaluable legacy of his parents just a few years after his introduction to indoor plumbing and the automobile, Poitier broke racial barrier after racial barrier to launch a pioneering acting career. Committed to the notion that what one does for a living articulates who one is, Poitier played only forceful and affecting characters who said something positive, useful, and lasting about the human condition. Here, finally, is Poitier's own introspective look at what has informed his performances and his life. Poitier explores the nature of sacrifice and commitment, pride and humility, rage and forgiveness, and paying the price for artistic integrity, What emerges is a picture of a man seeking truth, passion, and balance in the face of limits--his own and the world's. A triumph of the spirit, The Measure of a Man captures the essential Poitier., "I have no wish to play the pontificating fool, pretending that Ive suddenly come up with the answers to all lifes questions. Quite the contrary, I began this book as an exploration, an exercise in selfquestioning. In other words, I wanted to find out, as I looked back at a long and complicated life, with many twists and turns, how well Ive done at measuring up to the values I myself have set."In this luminous memoir, a true American icon looks back on his celebrated life and career. His body of work is arguably the most morally significant in cinematic history, and the power and influence of that work are indicative of the character of the man behind the many storied roles. Sidney Poitier here explores these elements of character and personal values to take his own measure--as a man, as a husband and father, and as an actor.Poitier credits his parents and his childhood on tiny Cat Island in the Bahamas for equipping him with the unflinching sense of right and wrong and of selfworth that he has never surrendered and that have dramatically shaped his world. "In the kind of place where I grew up," recalls Poitier, "whats coming at you is the sound of the sea and the smell of the wind and mommas voice and the voice of your dad and the craziness of your brothers and sisters ... and thats it." Without television, radio, and material distractions to obscure what matters most, he could enjoy the simple things, endure the long commitments, and find true meaning in his life.Poitier was uncompromising as he pursued a personal and public life that would honor his upbringing and the invaluable legacy of his parents just a few years after his introduction to indoor plumbing and the automobile, Poitier broke racial barrier after racial barrier to launch a pioneering acting career. Committed to the notion that what one does for a living articulates who one is, Poitier played only forceful and affecting characters who said something positive, useful, and lasting about the human condition.Here, finally, is Poitiers own introspective look at what has informed his performances and his life. Poitier explores the nature of sacrifice and commitment, pride and humility, rage and forgiveness, and paying the price for artistic integrity, What emerges is a picture of a man seeking truth, passion, and balance in the face of limits--his own and the worlds. A triumph of the spirit, The Measure of a Man captures the essential Poitier.
LC Classification NumberPN2287.P57A3 2000
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- 22 Dec, 2022
Sidney Poitier, one of the last men who had true class.
This is going to be a Christmas gift for my sister so didn’t read it. But love Sidney Poitier so know it will be an interesting book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Dec, 2019
Need to share to next generation
Greatly inspirationalVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 Mar, 2021
Wonderful
What a wonderful piece. Thank you!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Oct, 2016
Truly compelling
Having read Sidney Poitier's autobiography about his life in Hollywood, I thought I knew the man. I did not, THIS is Mr. Poitier. I have always admired him for his acting, his humanity and his spirit, but I never knew until now what made him tick. Every person, white or black, should read this book. Although this book was written years ago, I am catching up on reading printed books which I find at Ebay for practically nothing. Ever since I was a child growing up in the 60's, I have been an avid reader. Computers, E books, online games and such all pale when compared to reading a real book, on printed paper. You have no distractions, no pop up messages to update and no augmented creativity, your mind is fully engaged.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
