First published 2008
Sidney Poitier opens his life to readers once again, building on his previous memoir's success. The legendary actor offers intimate personal anecdotes from his remarkable journey through Hollywood and beyond. He weaves together stories from his childhood in the Bahamas, his breakthrough years as the first Black actor to win an Academy Award, and his experiences navigating an industry that wasn't ready for him. Poitier reflects on the lessons learned from both triumph and struggle, sharing the wisdom he has gathered across decades of breaking barriers. His advice touches on integrity, perseverance, and finding purpose in the face of adversity. The book reveals how a man who changed cinema forever thinks about legacy, family, and the values that sustain us. Poitier's voice carries the same dignity and thoughtfulness that marked his performances, offering readers guidance drawn from a life lived with intention and courage.
Genres: 20th-century, african-american, autobiography, biography-memoir
Vibes: dignified, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: inspirational, overcoming-adversity
Setting: Bahamas, Hollywood
Period: 20th-century
285 pages · Paperback · Simon & Schuster