The Measure of Our Success: A Letter to My Children and Yours

by Marian Wright Edelman

Book Overview

#1 New York Times BestsellerThis book is from the heart of a woman who practices each lesson she preaches. It struck a deep chord in me as a mother trying to raise a daughter in difficult times. --... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060975466
• Release Date: May 1993
• Publisher: Harper Perennial
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.1" x 8.1"

Customer Reviews

The brilliance of this 83 years young lawyer with a heart of gold ❤️

The Measure of our Success allows parents to understand how to raise responsible children without fear. In the twenty- five lessons for life, parents are shown how to give their children lessons to live by. This book should be in every library, a bookclub selection, taught in the school system and in the homes to share with family, friends and neighbors ❤️.

A message we need to pass along to the next generation

Drawing from inspirational experiences from her own childhood, Dr. Edelman talks to (not at) her own children, urging them, in whatever occupation they may choose, to serve the community at large. This is also a book for adults (parents, educators, and religious and community leaders) to read, to live a life of principles and a desire to somehow make the world a better place - in short, to serve as the strong, positive role model that so many of our children have had to do without.The book is also an indictment on how American society and political leadership do a great job at paying lip service to the needs of children but fails miserably in their actions. Complaining, however, is not enough; if children are to grow up to be conscientious and caring citizens, adults must set a good example.It's a small book with a big heart and a great message. I strongly recommend it to anyone who cares about children and social justice in general.

A long read

The book is short -- less than 100 pages. Yet, I spent many more hours reading this book than most. Why? Edelman has the ability to really draw you into her heart and her mind. I found myself rereading pages, lessons, and chapters because I enjoyed them so much the first time. I've read this book cover to cover three or four times.It's a wonderful, emotional, insightful, inspirational 97 pages. Buy two copies, and give one to your parents or children.

The Measure Of Our Success.

This book is truly one of the most oustanding books on success, Life fufillment and child care. The author gives some really powerful principles on success and achievement, such as never stop learning and improving your mind, Setting goals and working quietly and systematicly to achieve them and never giving up no matter what happens or struggles that you face.This book really inspired and motivated me to succeed and I believe anyone who puts it's principles to work will succeed to.

A MUST FOR EVERYONE

I was moved deeply by this book. I have never felt so strongly about a book. I feel that it is a must for all members of my family and it is certainly on my wish list for all my friends and family. I'm sorry I did not learn of this book earlier.

Not Another Lecture

Sometimes when we think our parents are about to talk to us, we automatically assume we will be in for another lecture. This book is not the case. The author takes the time to translate 25 mini-life lessons handed down to her by her parents and interprets them into the fail proof actions her children should follow in order to fully become productive members of our American society. This is definitely what every parent, parent association, mentoring program, and teacher should read. It speaks volumes on so many issues that affect our children. It provokes one to action. It also sets a tone of excellence that can be realized in each child despite their race, gender, or economic status. It emphasizes drawing on the resources within to make it in life. A valuable component is the author's challenge to have young people learn the value of serving others. This is one book that reads easy and speaks a lot of truth. You must have it in your personal library collection.