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Summary of The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier : Discussion Prompts
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Summary of The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier : Discussion Prompts
In this comprehensive look into The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions.
The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier is an autobiography that delves into the life of a true American icon. This book provides an insight into the brilliant mind of the celebrated actor, director, and diplomat and the events that shaped him. Through this book, Poitier takes an introspective look at his eventful life as he tries to search for its true purpose. A man with strong family values, Poitier looks back on the various roles he has played in his acting career as well as his personal life and how they defined and challenged him. He looks back fondly on his simple upbringing on Cat Island in the Bahamas, which gives the readers a glimpse of a time gone by and of a family that was his biggest support. The title of the book was inspired by what Poitier's father once told him, "The measure of a Man is how he provides for his family."
The Measure of a Man was chosen by Oprah Winfrey for her book club in 2007.
Be prepared to lead with the following:
More than 60 “done-for-you” discussion prompts available
Discussion aid which includes a wealth of information and prompts
Overall brief plot synopsis and author biography as refreshers
Thought-provoking questions made for deeper examinations
Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions
And more!
Please Note: This is a companion guide based on the The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier , unofficial unaffiliated, and is not endorsed by the original work or author in any way and does not contain any text of the original work.
In this comprehensive look into The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions.
The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier is an autobiography that delves into the life of a true American icon. This book provides an insight into the brilliant mind of the celebrated actor, director, and diplomat and the events that shaped him. Through this book, Poitier takes an introspective look at his eventful life as he tries to search for its true purpose. A man with strong family values, Poitier looks back on the various roles he has played in his acting career as well as his personal life and how they defined and challenged him. He looks back fondly on his simple upbringing on Cat Island in the Bahamas, which gives the readers a glimpse of a time gone by and of a family that was his biggest support. The title of the book was inspired by what Poitier's father once told him, "The measure of a Man is how he provides for his family."
The Measure of a Man was chosen by Oprah Winfrey for her book club in 2007.
Be prepared to lead with the following:
More than 60 “done-for-you” discussion prompts available
Discussion aid which includes a wealth of information and prompts
Overall brief plot synopsis and author biography as refreshers
Thought-provoking questions made for deeper examinations
Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions
And more!
Please Note: This is a companion guide based on the The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography by Sidney Poitier , unofficial unaffiliated, and is not endorsed by the original work or author in any way and does not contain any text of the original work.
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