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The Measure of a Man ----INSCRIBED----

The Measure of a Man ----INSCRIBED----

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The Measure of a Man ----INSCRIBED----

by Poitier, Sidney

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  • Hardcover
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ISBN 10
0062516078
ISBN 13
9780062516077
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About This Item

San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 2000. First Edition/First Printing . Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. Inscribed on the half-title page 'to Lyle Best of Luck always Sidney Poitier.' Nice, tight and straight. It does have a couple of issues. There is a half-page owner gift inscription to the first endpaper. The rear panel of the jacket has a series of dents from unknown origin. Not terrible.

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 that contrary, I began this book as an exploration, an exercise in self-questing. 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." —Sidney PoitierIn 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 a 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 self-worth 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 to who one is, Poitier played only forceful and affecting characters who said something positive, useful, and lasting about the human condition.Here is Poitier's own introspective look at what has informed his performances and his life. Poitier explores the nature of sacrifice and commitment, price and humility, rage and forgiveness, and paying the price for artistic integrity. What emerges is a picture of a man 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.

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On Sep 5 2008, FrankJesko said:
Mr. Poitier's auto biography is an eye opener as far as one man's journey through adversity from poverty to racism and strive to become one of the best actors of time. Not only as an African American but a man who had nothing to start with in life either. A great read.

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Bookseller
Craig Hokenson Bookseller US (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #
043885
Title
The Measure of a Man ----INSCRIBED----
Author
Poitier, Sidney
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Near Fine
Jacket Condition
Near Fine
Quantity Available
1
Edition
First Edition/First Printing
ISBN 10
0062516078
ISBN 13
9780062516077
Publisher
Harper San Francisco
Place of Publication
San Francisco
Date Published
2000
Pages
256

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About Craig Hokenson Bookseller

I am internet based, and participate in several book shows a year. Visitors welcome by appointment. I specialize in modern first editions, but offer a wide range of books. I have been buying and selling books for 20 years. I buy books, and will certainly consider trades. Member of the Texas Booksellers Association.

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