Letters to a Young Brother: Manifest Your Destiny
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Letters to a Young Brother: Manifest Your Destiny
$11.27
Eleanor Mitchell –
Very inspiring for young men today. I gave it as graduation gifts this year to several young men I know!!!
GrannyX7 –
My teenaged grandson wasn’t at all enthusiastic when I gave him this book. Even after I made him read a few pages, and gave him the option of finishing or not depending on if he liked it, he put it down. But then, a few days later, I noticed he was mentioning things in the book and bringing up subjects covered by Mr. Harper. He admitted he had been reading it and it was ‘pretty good’, which translates to ‘excellent’. I like the fact that you can read a few pages or open it to anywhere and just start reading something of interest. It motivates them to go back and start at the beginning so they don’t miss anything. It might also give parents a jumping off place to start some needed conversations.
E.B. –
My 12 year old really liked this book, and says it was very inspirational. I was surprised he liked it that much, lol.
carla –
I bought this for 16 year old son. On nights that he doesn’t have homework he gets to pick a book to read. He started reading this and he had become more attentive and involved with family moments. He seems to have a stronger sense if self worth and he hears positivity from a fellow black man other than his father. I’m thankful for this book.
LaTarsha Whitfield –
Great read!
Karen Green –
This book was a gift to my son, who doesn’t like to read, but thoroughly enjoyed it. He called me when he was done and asked me to find him another book similar to this one. I was impressed.
Darryl G. –
This was a book that I had my 16-year-old son read this summer. He seems to enjoy it and he stated he received a lot from it! I read a couple of chapters for myself and what I liked most was, how he used young teens letters to him to help direct them in a positive way that they can understand.
Amanda –
My nephew enjoyed the book. Love Hill Harper!
C. Terry –
this book has a lot of recommendations for young men while going through life. it is very well thought out and i love the notes from famous actors (will smith) put in the book. it is an easy read and is highly recommended for any young man. especially one without a male figure in his life.
Michelle –
Hill’s book is atypical in that he takes a closer look at who young brothers are – through his own experiences, then asks them to look at themselves. He realizes that young males are faced with many factors that emanate from their environment, and although he and his contributors may not be able to address each one, what this work has done is show young men that someone cared enough to spend “5 minutes” to focus only on them. As a post-grad. psychology student, I am keenly aware of the needs that that act alone attend to. We all know someone who needs to hear words of inspiration, motivation and encouragement. It’s not only for young men. Get the book. Gift the book! (I got the HC and the audio CD – he sounds great, too.)
sgriggs –
Great to read with our boys in 5th grade. They have challenging lives and this brings it home. Our kids are poverty level and struggle with day to day life. Book teaches them necessary lessons in life. Thanks
Misha McConnell –
I bought two books and gifted one each to my young adult boys. Being a Hill Harper fan and raising them as a single parent, I thought this might be a good read for them. In hopes to answer some of their questions or concerns; as well as understanding society from a male’s point of view.
NyasaK –
Got a copy for the family library and a separate copy for my teenage(college in a year) son. It is required reading. A must have.
Kisa K –
Really good book. I highly recommend for teenage boys
Shix B –
I am so excited that there is a book of hope for young men. I enjoy the positivity and love that is expressed throughout this book for our Young Kings in training. There are about 500 people that I would like to recommend this book to, and I have already made a significant dent in those on my list. Let’s continue to lift up these young people in LOVE and let our lives, not our words be the encouragement to keep them motivated!
Denib –
Purchased as a gift.
AdventureGirl –
I bought this for my teenage nephew. He was homeschooling and I taught his English class. He loves to write and I thought it would be inspirational. It was worth every penny and hour spent on it. It opened the door for my nephew and I to discuss some issues he faced in the past with his own mother who abandoned him. He was raised by his father but it gave him a great understanding about some of the things he needed to do to prepare for life. We are going to order the other book from this author as he also has a great writing style that helped my nephew find his own writing voice. My nephew says it should be required reading for all young men in high school. I agree.
nick georges –
i Love this book!!! i just got it on the day but it came earlier, about the book awesome!! every young men no matter the creed and age should possess this book it would teach you the tools you need to have a success life also how Hill Harper is straightforward, honest so many advices and insights to grasp,
sherrihe –
Loved reading this book. It was recommended by a friend for a friend. I wanted to read it before I purchased it as a gift. Not sure who got the most from it me or him.
mikesgirl –
My 16 year does not share my joy of reading but he loves this book.
Literary Minds Rock –
Inspiring compilation of letters that will tremendously better the next generation. The piece is especially empowering for minority males providing them obtainable benchmarks and serves a yardstick of quality. An educational manifesto that will certainly strengthen our communities.
clarence –
I have literally bought this book about 5 time. A great book for an adolescent and adult men as well.
Lorenzo Newman –
I give this Book to Young Men in the Times We Live Much needed .
Brando –
Great book I think everyone should read this book especially young men.
Herb –
Utilized the text to speech feature on my Kindle for a rewarding audio experience.
C. Nicholson –
I made this purchase for someone who had gotten off track a bit and thought Harper would be the perfect start. The person could not put it down once they were ready for the read. It took them on a spiritual journey… I was told it was like having themselves rescuitated (sp??) & determined to make better decisions! And take control and be accountable for their actiOns. I couldn’t have found this book at most opportuned time! I just hope the individual has the patience & perservernce! I am making this my Reader’ s Choice! Good luck to you all!
Xavier James –
This isn’t a book young men should miss. It’s that kind of book that opens honest conversation, it’s also the type of book you want to pass on to another brother to read. But don’t get me wrongs, sisters if you want to understand I recommend this book also for you.
Evy Arocho –
Reading chapters a day with my teenage son and then we discuss so that we can increase our quality time at home as a single parent.
Keimahney –
Surprisingly good read! My dad bought this book for my brother when he was younger; my brother and I both grew up without our mothers. Recently I’ve been attempting to heal that mother wound, but there is minimal literature on such compared to the father wound. I remembered this book and decided to give it a read. Now, granted, I’m not a young man, but nonetheless, it was quite helpful; I cried a time or two reading. The slang, although a bit outdated in some ways, does add a personable factor, as intended… My 13yo nephew is going through a similar struggle, so I gifted him the book and he loves it, says it is helping him to learn and grow as a young man. Definitely worth the purchase and I recommend gifting it to a young man, or woman, in need of a little guidance!
Tori J –
Every young man I mentor, this is a book I share with them!
Nicole –
Yes very nice purchase I brought this for my fiancé he really enjoyed it .. I am going to purchase more Hill Harper book very nice author.
FloJ –
I did not personally read the book. Only the synopsis. However, what I did read was enough for me to gift it to a young brother in jail. He loved it and loved it enough to share with fellow cellies.
Erica Dixon –
I have bought this book for 3 special men to help encourage and motivate them. One out of the 3 called to say thank you for changing my life
Nedra L. Commodore –
I purchased for my 13-year old who does not get excited to read. When he read the first letter, he shared how there was parallel in the letter with how he was feeling about reading the book, but like in the letter, he enjoyed it. I don’t get the resistance I used to when I say it’s time to read. Thank you, Harper!
latisha kennedy –
I just love Hill Harper and all of his books as well as all of his messages the timing of the book couldn’t have been any better the condition was great I had no problems ordering any of my books from the site
KIA MOTTLEY –
I purchased this book as a gift for Christmas. My brother started reading it hat day and did not put it down until he was finished.
zenessence –
Excellent advice for today’s young men, regardless of ethnicity. The book is well written, and uses the author’s path to success as an excellent example of staying focused in order to avoid the trap of immediate gratification. My teenage sons loved the book, and often refer to passage during dinner table discussions.
Smurf Dogg –
Great book that I sent to my nephew. Hill is a great writer with a good feel for the youth. I recommend for teens and preteens.E
Angela Fulton –
Really good and concise. I bought this as a gift for a friend of mind that was in prison for five years. He really enjoyed it and said that it helped him through the rough times.
PRETTIEBLKNURSE –
I WAS LUCKY TO GET AN AUTOGRAPH COPY! READ THE BOOK AND PAST IT MY 13 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WHO HAD DIFFERENT QUOTES PASTED ALL AROUND HER ROOM. SHE THEN PAST THE BOOK AROUND AS WELL. I HAVE SENT IT TO PEOPLE IN JAIL WHO AS WELL FOUND THE BOOK UPLIFTING AND TO PAST IT AROUND. THIS IS ONE BOOK YOU WILL NOT BE SORRY ABOUT!
Dorian Warner –
I read this book during a down time in my life and I was so inspired by it that some of the euphamisms and words of inspiration he used still ring in my head today! Great read!
Editor –
I ordered two copies” one for my son and one for myself. This guy went to law school with President Obama. Both parents graduated med school. He is a remarkable young man with a lot to share with others.
da chef –
Having seen Hill Harper on the Oprah Show, I was anxious to read the book because I have a ministry that sends books to two prisons. I ordered two copies, read one and then sent both to one of the prisons. The librarian said she gave them to two men to read and that they are going to use the books for seminars for young inmates. Harper’s incites are thoughtful and hard hitting. He stresses responsibility, integrity and honor.
Dr.John Wesolowski –
Great product just as described
Ann –
Got this for our teen in the family who wants to follow everyone else so we are stopping it before it starts. Heloves to read still so I buy him actual books and we discuss. I don’t believe in sugar coating and babying a child. We do believe in loving on him but keeping it real as well, We want him to know the world won’t love him the way we do . He loved this book !
Elizabeth –
Thank You!
gigi girl –
My grandson is turning 13 9/15 and he is enjoying this book immensely. He loves to read. Hill Harper did an excellent job!
B Grapes –
Teen friendly
Devin H. –
Truly a heartfelt book that IMO can help young men find their back on that lost path. I was truly excited giving this to my son to read as we all tend to lose our way at times. Excellent book and very well written!!
Denise1962 –
This is one of the best books written from one man to his younger readers. It is compelling, forthright and totally sincere. I love the book
lil_delfin –
My son live this book, he’s almost finished and it just cane yesterday.
KDR –
I had used this book several years ago for a college freshman seminar. Hill came and spoke to our freshman class. I thought about this book for my 16 year old biracial grandson and gave it to him. He’s not a reader at all but he dove into this book and finished it in three days. He’s now asking for more books by Hill and similar.
Maliks KindleMaliks Kindle –
My son loves this book! Nothing more to say. I wish it were longer.
grimes M –
This book is amazing he talks about what he did as young man to make it through life this book will help your son and you your self trust me please
Alexander Hixson –
This should be a book that males of any age should read. There is a message that each and every one of us can apply to our lives. Makes you think a little deeper about being true to yourself and reaching for your full potential.
a.thompson –
My 14 year old son and I read this book together. The discussions that followed were powerful. I just ordered another one of Hill Harper’s books so we can read during Thanksgiving break. I wished the email address worked for my son. It would have meant a lot for him to get a response.
Dwayne McClellan –
I have read this book, and I personally wish I had the book when i was growing up. This is the type of gudie that would lead a young man to a better path. Too many of young men of color are in trouble and labeled as troublemakers. Here is a guide that a father,uncle or mentor could use to help a young man to develop. The 100 Black Men service organization has a affirmation”What they see is what they will be”. This is a great readAfter re-reading the book, I have purchased the paperback and I’m sending it to my nephew. To Manifest his destiny, I believe thsi book will be intrumental in helping him reach his goal of going to college this year. I also believe if any of my other nephews read the book it will help them along with thier destinies as well. Once again I recomend this book for any father trying to keep his son on the straight and narrow or uncle, big brother or father figure
happy7115 –
I bought this book for my 13yr old. He was hesitant but I think he may like it. If nothing else, he will likely value the lessons later. Some of them he might not get yet because he’s a pretty sheltered suburban kid but the lessons are universal.
Miss Ivonne –
Forget about the title. Harper has crafted a fabulous book that will appeal to nearly all teens — not just at-risk African-American boys. While the book speaks directly to African-American males, its smart yet cool approach to the problems that plague all teens, but particularly young people who are poor or members of a minority group, will also be a hit with girls and members of other beleaguered minority groups, as well. The language is laden with slang but intelligent, and both Harper and his extremely phat friends will make inroads where even caring teachers and parents might not. The book could easily have become sappy, but it never does.Harper’s inclusion of his celebrity friends and of full-color photographs of him partying with them might provoke some teen to read the book who might not at first been inclined to do so. It was another spot-on move by Harper. I am really grateful to him for providing young people with such a frank blueprint for growth.Students who might be Caucasian and affluent will still love the book’s message that everyone — even handsome, successful TV stars — sometimes feel lonely, have trouble approaching members of the opposite sex, and make mistakes.What about straight-A students bound for Yale? They will be attracted to Harper, who graduated from Harvard Law School cum laude. The school’s jocks will love that Harper was a college football hero. For the free spirits out there, Harper begins each chapter with a pithy quote from sources as disparate as the Persian poet Rumi, former President Bill Clinton, and rapper Andre 3000 (nee André Benjamin). Harper really has a hook for most of the cliques in American high schools.
Eric KnaulsEric Knauls –
I’m 18 and bought this book to learn how to become step into my role as a black man since I had to teach myself. I’m only on pg 33 and I already know I’m going to recommend it to other young brothas
dee –
This book is an item that touches and guides young brothers! Great job, great book!
Tanya –
I bought this for my nephew on his way to Howard University. He enjoyed it.
Malcolm –
A great read filled with important life lessons. I would recommend to all young men. Harper’s charisma for life and success is truly inspirational.
keva –
Bought for my son. He is enjoying it.
TNice –
Great read. I have given it away as gifts to some of my friends and family for their sons. Hope to one day use it as the first book for my summer reading program in Columbus, OH.
1secretweapon –
Great buy. Gave as a give to both of my young adult sons.
Shaun –
I’m a fifty-year-old white guy who works in juvenile detention. For sometime now, I have enjoyed watching Hill Harper onscreen and have had respect for the kinds of roles he has taken. I said as much to a friend at work as we watched a movie about Tupac onthe the unit. She recommended this book to me. Even though I’m not young or, strictly speaking, I a “brotha,” I decided to give the book a read, and I’m delighted I did. I found many lessons I can share with the young men I work with in juvenile detention. Of course, I will recommend that they read the book for themselves once they are back in the community
John Henry Smith –
I chose this rating because I am pleased with this item and it is useful as I write my memoirs. I do like this book and find it to be inspirational for myself and others. I would recommend this product to others because of its content.
Angie –
This book is a must read for young men of color
SHAFT –
Great book that should be read by your men of any age. Well written, great picture and is written in a simple and easy to comprehend manner! Excellent job Mr Harper!
KSaint –
This book is amazing and a very good read for young men that are trying to find themselves.
mark –
Every young man should have this book on their bookshelf.
D. Gaines –
I read this book and it was very encouraging. I work with the youth in my church and I presented this book to a high school senior to read. He told me he started reading the book and can not put it down. The book covered issues in his daily walk of life and issues he thought he was only thinking about were being discussed in the book. I decided to start giving a copy to every Male in high school to help guide them through some of the obsticles they will encounter in life as young men.
Ms. P –
I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my young nephew. I skimmed through the book and found Mr. Harper’s advice and logic to be “on point”. I hope the young man for whom this gift is intended will glean much helpful knowledge from it.
P. Rob –
GREAT book. Helped my grandson learn other perspectives to change his behavior. Easy for middle schoolers to read and understand.
August Rose –
I bought this for my cousin wgo just happens to be in prison. He read another book and he wants ALL Hill’s books now. Thanks, Hill!!
V. Taylor –
My 13-yr old grandson is reading this book to me and the advice in this book is really hitting home with him since it’s pretty much the same things I have been telling him. This is a young man who doesn’t like to read at all, but will volunteer to sit down for our reading sessions with this book. Hill not only has academic credentials but street cred too which hits it off with young black men. I recommend this book highly. Vivian, Aurora, CO
Stephen Clymer –
Im a white foster dad that puts my effort into understand and relating to the young men i get in my home frequently. Even though as a child myself I went to school in the projecfs of louisville, KY and was one of few kids of my race there. I was still able to go home to the suburbs at night so while i do understand what its like to be a minority in some ways I cant fully understand it all. I like to use this book to identify to the young men that education is key and that that is not just coming from me its coming from many other respected black people in our society, with very straight forward language. This book helps to squash some of the victim mentality and machismo issues that we have faced with the kids. I think it is a great resource along with a few others. I will be reading parts of it out loud with our newest young man that gets here tomorrow and is avaiable for adoption. I hope this book helps him see that what matters most is not the gucci belt he put on his christmas list but the brain he has in his head and the confidence in his worth as a compassionate and caring human.
Toya Lee –
Love it
Ronald D Smith –
Each year at our family reunion, either of these books are presented to a high school graduate.
Angela D. –
My son seemed to both enjoy this and benefit from it. Hill is an AWESOME role model. God bless you!
Cara –
Good price. Arrived on time. Good quality.