Bibliograph

The measure of a man, a spiritual autobiography, Sidney Poitier

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The measure of a man, a spiritual autobiography, Sidney Poitier

Language

eng

resource.accompanyingMatter

libretto or text

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Literary text for sound recordings

autobiography

Main title

The measure of a man

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Oclc number

85582184

Responsibility statement

Sidney Poitier

Sub title

a spiritual autobiography

Summary

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 a father, and as an actor. 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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