{"product_id":"life-beyond-measure-letters-to-my-greatgranddaughter-isbn-9780061562792","title":"Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bestselling author and American icon offers lessons from his own remarkable life in the form of letters to his great-grandaughter\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author of \u003cem\u003eThe Measure of a Man \u003c\/em\u003eand 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.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eSidney 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 \u003cem\u003eLife Beyond Measure\u003c\/em\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“It’s typical of Poitier’s modesty that what may be his last book is not another celebration of his triumphs but a collection of lessons learned by that wise old actor, passed on to generations who might never truly understand how he changed movies.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Los Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Some people aren’t satisfied to be dashing, principled, talented, influential, and legendary; they have to keep giving of themselves.  In Life Beyond Measure, Poitier unaffectedly muses on life’s mysteries, as compelling as ever in his ninth decade.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eO Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Wise life lessons for everyone’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEbony\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“[Poitier] offers heartening stories and life lessons to 2-year old Ayele, his first great-granddaughter.  This actor who moved us to tears in For Love of Ivy and To Sir, With Love will have your eyes just as misty when you read Life Beyond Measure.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEssence\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperOne Large Print","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44887846551781,"sku":"NP9780061562792","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780061562792.jpg?v=1730227583","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/life-beyond-measure-letters-to-my-greatgranddaughter-isbn-9780061562792","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}