A Book Review

If you know me well you know I read obsessively. I read a book a week on average. So, to shake things up a bit I thought I would post a review of the book I read for my book club.

The Measure of a Man
a spiritual autobiography
By Sidney Poitier

I was very excited to read this book. It is not something I would normally pick up. That is the beauty of book club, it exposes me to books I might otherwise pass by.

I like Sidney Poitier as an actor, he has played some very great roles. He has also led a fascinating life.

This book is a look at life in general from what he deems a spiritual point of view. He definitely has a lot of good things to say.

Overall I enjoyed reading this book. It made me think and take a look at life from a different view. I did feel it was very disjointed at times. He would often veer off the subject. I do wish there was more specifics about his life, but I guess I should read one of his other autobiographies to get that. There was pointless cussing at parts in the book, so if that offends you this book might not be fore you.

I give it 3 1/2 stars out of 5.