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Summary: Excellent for use in classroom.
Review: An excellent work to understand the cultural and historical issues facing blacks in pre civil rights history and beyond. It is a penetrating and inspirational look at overcoming obstacles in pursuit of a dream. It is not contexted solely in racial struggles of minorites but goes beyond this to the courage and deliberation required for any of us that have dreams and aspirations to accomplish something to make this a better world.
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Summary: Inspirational history
Review: Once I began reading "Clearview:America's Course" I simply could not put it down. It is a personal historical account of the transition of our country from a place where only some enjoy freedom to a country where finally we can boast that all people are free. We see the past 7 decades through one man's vision, uncluttered by resentment and bitterness at the unjust treatment he endured simply because he was black. Dr. Powell is an inspiration to all. Ms. Nosner writes in a manner that is easy and enjoyable to read.
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Summary: Inspirational history
Review: Once I began reading "Clearview:America's Course" I simply could not put it down. It is a personal historical account of the transition of our country from a place where only some enjoy freedom to a country where finally we can boast that all people are free. We see the past 7 decades through one man's vision, uncluttered by resentment and bitterness at the unjust treatment he endured simply because he was black. Dr. Powell is an inspiration to all. Ms. Nosner writes in a manner that is easy and enjoyable to read.
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Summary: A MAN'S DREAM, A FAMILY'S PASSION, AN AMERICAN LEGACY
Review: This is a story of triumph over discrimination based upon the color of one's skin.Imagine serving your country to win a war, and then returning to your homeland, and not having available to you the resources available to others who worked by your side. Be amazed that there is only one golf coure in the United States in the year 2001 that is designed, built, and maintained by an African-American family. Consider that the Professional Golf Association of America eliminated its white-only policy in the early 1960s. Become inspired by imagining or playing this golf course that is available to any person, regardless of level of skill; for the love of the game. Ellen Nossner's writing of this man's story is focused, fluid, and revealing. America has come a long way, in part, due to triumphs of spirit like that of Mr. Powell. We must not lose sight that we still have a ways to go.
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