Written with Vanity Fair contributing editor Michael Schnayerson, My Song is an inspiring story of performance and protest, from a superstar singer and actor who was on the front lines of practically every progressive political battle in modern memory. Along the way, he befriended some of the most influential figures of the 20th century, from Tony Curtis, Marlon Brando and Sidney Poitier to Martin Luther King, the Kennedys, Eleanor Roosevelt, Fidel Castro, James Baldwin, Bob Dylan and Nelson Mandela. From his impoverished childhood in Harlem and Jamaica, through his meteoric rise as an international calypso star, provocative crossover into Hollywood where he broke down many racial barriers, passionate lifelong involvement in the civil rights movement and myriad other social causes, to his personal struggles and rich friendships, this is a remarkable, multifaceted and hugely inspirational story. "A man whose story should be told for generations to come" (Robert Redford)
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'A gorgeous account of the large life of a Harlem boy' -- The New York Times
'It isn't just the story of man, but the story of a country and a century' -- Variety
'A potent memoir of our times' -- Library Journal
'Somewhere amid the accounts of when he became the first artist to sell a million copies of an album, the first black leading actor to romance a white leading actress in a major Hollywood film, and the man who was asked to pick out the clothes that Martin Luther King would be buried in, you realize just how extraordinary Harry Belafonte's life has been . . . Not only a capitaving memoir of his own story but an intriguing look at US history from the late '40s the present' --Boston Globe
'Long before he became a cultural icon, Harry Belafonte learned to fight injustice wherever he saw it - a principle which has driven him ever since. This rich memoir chronicles a life of activism alongside some of history's greatest heroes and sheds new light on moments that shaped our nation. Through it all, Harry exudes the same passion and candour I've experienced in our friendship and conversation over the years' -- President Bill Clinton
'Carries us liltingly along with his song that the best times always lie ahead as long as we take care of each other' --Publishers Weeklybr >
'Bracingly opinionated autobiography from an American original' --Kirkus
'It isn't just the story of man, but the story of a country and a century' -- Variety
'A potent memoir of our times' -- Library Journal
'Somewhere amid the accounts of when he became the first artist to sell a million copies of an album, the first black leading actor to romance a white leading actress in a major Hollywood film, and the man who was asked to pick out the clothes that Martin Luther King would be buried in, you realize just how extraordinary Harry Belafonte's life has been . . . Not only a capitaving memoir of his own story but an intriguing look at US history from the late '40s the present' --Boston Globe
'Long before he became a cultural icon, Harry Belafonte learned to fight injustice wherever he saw it - a principle which has driven him ever since. This rich memoir chronicles a life of activism alongside some of history's greatest heroes and sheds new light on moments that shaped our nation. Through it all, Harry exudes the same passion and candour I've experienced in our friendship and conversation over the years' -- President Bill Clinton
'Carries us liltingly along with his song that the best times always lie ahead as long as we take care of each other' --Publishers Weeklybr >
'Bracingly opinionated autobiography from an American original' --Kirkus
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Harry Belafonte's 1956 album Calypso made him the first artist in history to sell more than one million LPs. He has won both a Tony award and an Emmy, and he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Clinton. He has served a a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and is the recipient of Kennedy Center Honors for excellence in the performing arts. He currently reside in New York City with his wife, Pamela.
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By Catherine
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Fascinating detail, very thorough, what an era what a man for background to politics and race this will do well
By Donone
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The book is an interesting read, exploring different aspects of the challenges it was to be black in America in the late 40s through to current times. The storytelling does though appear at times to come across as 'Me, Myself, and I', but a good read none the less.
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This man rose to fame aginst overwhelming odds.
He tells it as he see's it, and acknowledges the help given to him in his early days.
I have been a fan of his singing and loved him because of the support he gave to the much needed fight against racial abuse and segregation.
Sad to find that although he was/is dependant on the working classes to support him, he is a snob when it comes to allowing his son to remain/marry/married to a girl from the working class. That surprised me considering the fights he has supported.
Considering he was gifted, lucky and hard working, he came from a working class background, has no or very little qualifications achieved through study and yet he encourages his children to 'marry in their class'. Yes I know we want the best for our children but to actively not support his son when he chooses to marry a working class girl to the point of their separation is distasteful.
Shame on you Harry. I dont respect you much anymore.
He tells it as he see's it, and acknowledges the help given to him in his early days.
I have been a fan of his singing and loved him because of the support he gave to the much needed fight against racial abuse and segregation.
Sad to find that although he was/is dependant on the working classes to support him, he is a snob when it comes to allowing his son to remain/marry/married to a girl from the working class. That surprised me considering the fights he has supported.
Considering he was gifted, lucky and hard working, he came from a working class background, has no or very little qualifications achieved through study and yet he encourages his children to 'marry in their class'. Yes I know we want the best for our children but to actively not support his son when he chooses to marry a working class girl to the point of their separation is distasteful.
Shame on you Harry. I dont respect you much anymore.
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