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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 this 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.--From publisher description.
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Correspondence, Actors, Biography & Autobiography, Family & Relationships, Nonfiction, Motion picture actors and actresses, Biography, African American actors, Poitier, sidney, 1927-, African american motion picture actors and actresses, Motion picture actors and actresses, united states, Actors, correspondence, Poitier, sidney, 1927-2022, Actors, united statesPeople
Ayele Lebarie (2005-), Sidney PoitierPlaces
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Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter
Mar 09, 2021, HarperCollins B and Blackstone Publishing
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Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Ganddaughter
2010, Simon & Schuster, Limited
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Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter
April 29, 2008, HarperOne
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Life beyond measure: letters to my great-granddaughter
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Following on the heels of the enormous success of The Measure of a Man, one of the most revered actors in the history of Hollywood offers a book that features inspirational advice and personal stories from his extraordinary life. Written in the form of extended letters to his new great-granddaughter, Sidney Poitier offers perspective and wisdom gained from his memories of being a boy in the Bahamas; breaking the race barrier in theater and film during the Civil Rights Era; achieving stardom and success in Hollywood; and as a diplomat and humanitarian. In his role as father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Poitier shares his experience of the most important passages in life.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.
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