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PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-10006056556X
ISBN-139780060565565
eBay Product ID (ePID)11038199881
Product Key Features
Book TitleMy Grandfather's Son : a Memoir
Number of Pages320 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicCultural Heritage, Personal Memoirs, Political, Lawyers & Judges, Essays
Publication Year2008
GenreScience, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorClarence Thomas
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight8.6 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.3 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews"Justice Thomas describes his intellectual journey, and his struggle to keep body and soul together on meager government pay, in some of the book's most absorbing and self-critical chapters." -- William Grimes, The New York Times "Thanks to this book, the public can get to know the man himself." -- Thomas Sowell, National Review "Gripping. . . . Thomas offers an education in practical wisdom and moral courage. Particularly instructive, and moving, is the portrait of his grandfather. . . . A delightful book--you really can't put it down--but it's also a source of moral education for young Americans." -- William Kristol, The Weekly Standard "A tale of pride, dertermination and independence. . . . A great American story, written by an extraordinary man." -- Rich Lowry, National Review "Candid. . . . A fascinating glimpse into a tortured, complex, and often perplexing personality." -- The Washington Post Book World "An original addition to those great black autobiographies of the past. . . . A lesson on how to live in freedom--a lesson that begins with a description of poverty on a par with Richard Wright's portrait of poverty in Black Boy. . . . Thomas is now an archetype that will inspire others. I can think of no greater achievement." -- Shelby Steele, National Review (cover story) "Very rewarding reading. . . . While there is anger in the book--justifiable anger, one might argue--there is also tenderness, vulnerability, brutal honesty and overflowing gratitude. . . . There is also unswerving intellectual integrity." -- Mona Charen "As his memoir shows, Justice Thomas's views were forged in the crucible of a truly authentic American story." -- John Yoo, The Wall Street Journal "The book of the year for Americans tired of politics as usual." -- The Denver Post "Thomas speaks candidly about the mistakes he made that fueled his determination to overcome all odds to be appointed to the nation's highest court." -- The Oklahoman "A tale so profoundly moving, and so profoundly true to this nation's ideals, that every American father ought to read the first two chapters--and then read them aloud to his children." -- The Dallas Morning News "Thomas is refreshingly candid about the depths of his suffering, and one comes away with a deep sadness about our broken politics and the ferocious disincentives for anyone to seek high government appointment." -- Newsday "Absorbing." -- The Economist "The Georgia native writes a telling memoir about his life prior to joining the U.S. Supreme Court. . . . My Grandfather's Son lays bare the darkest, most painful moments of his life, with candor almost unheard of in public figures, let alone Supreme Court justices." -- The Atlanta Journal-Constitution "A fascinating and irresistible read." -- The New York Sun "A transcendent work. . . . My Grandfather's Son is a coming of age in the fullest sense. . . . A meditation of time and perspective and the shifts in outlook both can bring. . . . A memoir of raw honesty." -- The Oregonian "Engrossing." -- Jack & Suzy Welch, Business Week, As his memoir shows, Justice Thomas's views were forged in the crucible of a truly authentic American story., Thomas speaks candidly about the mistakes he made that fueled his determination to overcome all odds to be appointed to the nation's highest court., The Georgia native writes a telling memoir about his life prior to joining the U.S. Supreme Court. . . . My Grandfather's Son lays bare the darkest, most painful moments of his life, with candor almost unheard of in public figures, let alone Supreme Court justices., A transcendent work. . . . My Grandfather's Son is a coming of age in the fullest sense. . . . A meditation of time and perspective and the shifts in outlook both can bring. . . . A memoir of raw honesty., A tale so profoundly moving, and so profoundly true to this nation's ideals, that every American father ought to read the first two chapters--and then read them aloud to his children., Thomas is refreshingly candid about the depths of his suffering, and one comes away with a deep sadness about our broken politics and the ferocious disincentives for anyone to seek high government appointment., Gripping. . . . Thomas offers an education in practical wisdom and moral courage. Particularly instructive, and moving, is the portrait of his grandfather. . . . A delightful book--you really can't put it down--but it's also a source of moral education for young Americans., Very rewarding reading. . . . While there is anger in the book--justifiable anger, one might argue--there is also tenderness, vulnerability, brutal honesty and overflowing gratitude. . . . There is also unswerving intellectual integrity., An original addition to those great black autobiographies of the past. . . . A lesson on how to live in freedom--a lesson that begins with a description of poverty on a par with Richard Wright's portrait of poverty in Black Boy. . . . Thomas is now an archetype that will inspire others. I can think of no greater achievement., Justice Thomas describes his intellectual journey, and his struggle to keep body and soul together on meager government pay, in some of the book's most absorbing and self-critical chapters., A tale of pride, dertermination and independence. . . . A great American story, written by an extraordinary man.
SynopsisProvocative, inspiring, and unflinchingly honest, My Grandfather's Son is the story of one of America's most remarkable and controversial leaders, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, told in his own words. Thomas speaks out, revealing the pieces of his life he holds dear, detailing the suffering and injustices he has overcome, including the polarizing Senate hearing involving a former aide, Anita Hill, and the depression and despair it created in his own life and the lives of those closest to him. In this candid and deeply moving memoir, a quintessential American tale of hardship and grit, Clarence Thomas recounts his astonishing journey for the first time., Provocative, inspiring, and unflinchingly honest, My Grandfather's Son is the story of one of America's most remarkable and controversial leaders, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, told in his own words. Thomas speaks out, revealing the pieces of his life he holds dear, detailing the suffering and injustices he has overcome, including the acrimonious and polarizing Senate hearing involving a former aide, Anita Hill, and the depression and despair it created in his own life and the lives of those closest to him. In this candid and deeply moving memoir, a quintessential American tale of hardship and grit, Clarence Thomas recounts his astonishing journey for the first time.
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- 02. Aug. 2018
Although Justice Thomas's grandfather appeared to be too hard on him, he was instead preparing him for what it takes to live a successful life.
My Grandfather's Son is a very compelling book. My husband and I both read it and were entranced by its contents. Not only was it historically factual but the storyline was intriguing. Justice Thomas went through so many trials but showed his determination to not let anyone keep him from his goals.Then the process for becoming a Supreme Court Justice was frustrating and emotional even for the reader. I bought another copy for our grandson in hopes he'll read it during high school history class.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 06. Nov. 2019
Compelling and Enlightening!
I was very impressed with Clarence Thomas and all the adversities he had to overcome before becoming a Supreme Court Justice. He seems like a fair justice who does not let personal feeling get in the way of dispensing the law. What Clarence Thomas went through in 2007 was what Brett Kavanaugh went through in 2019 on his road for a seat on the bench of the Supreme Court. It does not seem fair that a man's good name be slandered in the name of politics.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Nov. 2020
Couldn’t put it down!
Incredible story of Justice Thomas. I couldn’t put it down. I have never read such an inspiring memoir. His brutal honesty is what carried this book through the valleys and finally to the proverbial hilltop. Highly recommended!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 01. Aug. 2018
Evolution of a good man!
The story of a good man who changed his thoughts he was supposed to think as a black man and grew to see that the old liberal rules only enslaved people but in a different way!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 22. Aug. 2018
Must read
Great book. Warning! Once you start reading it you will not be able to put it down.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 17. Sep. 2019
great
Well done, thanksBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 05. Mai. 2021
Very satisfied.
A great read.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 28. Apr. 2024
This is a great read!!!
This is a great read!!!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
