Sidney begins the book by stating that he wanted to write not really about HIS life but about LIFE.
He goes on to describe his life growing up and through adulthood. He delves into his theories on life, spirituality, what makes the measure of a man, his parents ...and has he lived up to being the man he wants to be.
I thought it was captivating and interesting!
Deidre G. (Reader-girl) from ANCHORAGE, AK wrote on 7/15/2007...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
Interesting especially on his early years. Not the most well written, but I did make it through. Wish we knew a little more about him and a little less than what he thought.
Karen A. (Kayloa) from MILWAUKEE, WI wrote on 11/11/2007...
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
I have so much respect for Sidney Poitier. It was interesting learning more about him, and to gain from the wisdom he's acquired over the years. He has a lot of wisdom...
Elaine O. from NORCO, CA wrote on 9/24/2007...
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
I was disappointed. Boring to read and not enough insight into the man himself. I LOVE Sidney Poitier movies and would have liked to have "gotten to know him" better.
BARBARA D. (TINKER) from LUDOWICI, GA wrote on 6/22/2007...
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
IT WAS OKAY,I GUESS I EXPECTED ALITTLE MORE.
Kimber C. (kimbers) from MINNEAPOLIS, MN wrote on 8/24/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Love this book! What a fascinating life he has led.
Jennifer H. (Jenjane) from KATONAH, NY wrote on 4/2/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Quite wonderful portrayal of Poitier's childhold and finding himself
Zoe L. from WESTMINSTER, CO wrote on 3/27/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Couldn't make it through this one... maybe you can!
Steffanie F. from ALAMEDA, CA wrote on 3/27/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
The Measure of a Man by Sidney Poitier
Donna V. (galnsearch) from TRINITY, FL wrote on 2/23/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
An inspirational man. A true role model for anyone of any race.
Donna V.
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Lynda C. (Readnmachine) from UMATILLA, OR wrote on 6/15/2008...
"Spiritual autobiography" of actor Sidney Poitier, hits the high spots of his life and career but mostly philosophizes on the forces that formed and drive him.
Monica R. from NEW HARTFORD, NY wrote on 10/4/2007...
Excellent book
Gil W. (gil) from ROBINSON, IL wrote on 8/7/2007...
see my review on my blog at www.gilwilson.com
Pauline W. from EL PASO, TX wrote on 3/11/2007...
Sidney Poitier...great.
Patricia M. (Patty) from NEWTON, MA wrote on 2/21/2007...