My Grandfather's Son: A Memoir by Clarence Thomas Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of My Grandfather's Son: A Memoir
Book Review: Inspirational. A great role model for anyone aspiring to integrity.
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is especially inspirational to folks like me who were thoroughly programmed according to the left's lifeview, but over time came to notice the wolf hiding in the sheep's clothing. The political left has imprinted its memes so deeply and widely, that in many segments of society (such as public education K-postgruaduate, and most of our entertainment industry and "news" media) having a conservative lifeview makes one not only obviously wrong but evil. This book is a roadmap through this house of mirrors by a brilliant and courageous man.Book Review: Non Stop page turner
Summary: 5 Stars
I literally could not put this book down.
I picked it up a nd 50 pages later my wife called me for dinner. I picked it up again and did not put it down till I finished it at 3:30 in the morning.
You may not agree with his politics, or his ideals, but you will understand exactly where he comes from and why he does not give many interviews.
This is a "warts and all" autobiography. He does not pull any punches especially about his own human frailties, from the breakup of his first marriage to the excessive drinking he engaged in.
If you read this you will come away with a clear understanding of this man and while you may not have affection for him, you will have an appreciation for his candor.
Book Review: Very positive and informative
Summary: 5 Stars
I have never enjoyed reading a book so much as Clarence Thomas' "My Grandfather's Son". Very well written and really recommend for the top reading list. Especially for young people to help better understand the difficulties minorities have to overcome in achieving their personal goals in this country and how prejudices still exist. I very much admire Justice Thomas and what he has overcome to achieve his goals in life and the outstanding job he is doing for this country in serving on the U.S. Supreme Court.Book Review: Excellent autobiography
Summary: 5 Stars
Clarence Thomas' book is an amazing story of how a boy born into poverty and prejudice, with an absentee father and a mother who could not care for him, rose to the level of Supreme Court Justice. The author presents an honest portrayal--warts and all--of himself and his family members. His grandfather was an amazing man (with great one-liners) who kept Thomas on the straight and narrow.
Frankly, I couldn't put the book down. And I'm one who often gets bored and fails to finish a book.
Read this book and be amazed at the opportunities that only a country like America can provide.
Book Review: Amazing American Story
Summary: 5 Stars
His is an amazing and inspirational story. What a life of suffering and strength. He is surprisingly humble and he has endured much in his service to the country. This should be on highschool and college reading lists because in this memoir we find a truly American tale. He is the type of hero that our youths must study.It is a beautiful story of the perseverence and faith that is fundamental to the goodness of our country.