Life Lit by Some Large Vision: Selected Speeches and Writings
Ossie Davis, (Foreword) Ruby Dee
Language: English
Published by Atria Books, 2006
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One of the most celebrated actors and civil rights leaders of our time, Ossie Davis has used his voice to express the plight of the black man for more than half a century. This monumental book brings together many of Davis's most important speeches, essays, and other writings as a lasting testament to an American icon. With a forward and editorial notes from Ossie's wife Ruby Dee, 'Life Lit by Some Large Vision' is an unforgettable collection that celebrates one man's extraordinary wisdom and generosity. Davis appeared in numerous Broadway and Hollywood productions, including 'The Stand,' 'Jungle Fever,' and 'Evening Shade.' He passed away in February of 2005.
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- Title
- Life Lit by Some Large Vision: Selected Speeches and Writings
- Author
- Ossie Davis, (Foreword) Ruby Dee
- Publisher
- Atria Books
- Publication year
- 2006
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0743289889
- ISBN 13
- 9780743289887
- Seller catalogs
- BLACK STUDIES
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-- President William J. Clinton
"Ossie Davis is an authentic American hero. Through the pages of this book, I hear his rich, deep, melodious voice commanding us to continue to live, to learn, and to love."
-- Tavis Smiley
"This lovely and inspiring book is a final love letter from a devoted wife to an adored husband. It is also a great gift to all of us who continue to learn from their shining example of what it means to be fully, "passionately, " engaged in all that life has to offer. As we read his words, and hers, we are acutely aware that we are in the presence of greatness."
-- Pearl Cleage, author of "Baby Brother's Blues"
"Ossie Davis was the greatest artist/activist since the great Paul Robeson. Only Ruby Dee and Harry Belafonte today can be mentioned in the same breath! His courageous words are even more precious now that his life is our legacy!" -- Cornel West, author of "Democracy Matters"
"Ruby Dee produces for us the voice of her beloved, bringing an uncompromising truth, reminding us of the sound of a black man, bringing us, as he said, the 'scent of freedom.'"
-- Elaine Brown
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