description: 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. In The Measure of a Man, Sidney Poitier 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. He 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.
language: English
title: The Measure Of A Man: A Spiritual Autobiography
titlecomplete: The Measure Of A Man: A Spiritual Autobiography
genres: Biography, Book Club, Spirituality, Memoir, Nonfiction, Audiobook, Autobiography, History, Biography Memoir, African American
ratings_count: 12780
awards: awardedAt: 978336000000
name: Audie Award
category: Nonfiction, Unabridged, awardedAt: 978336000000
name: Grammy Award
category: Best Spoken Word Album
publisher: HarperLargePrint