Letters to an Incarcerated Brother: Encouragement, Hope, and Healing for Inmates and Their Loved Ones

Letters to an Incarcerated Brother: Encouragement, Hope, and Healing for Inmates and Their Loved Ones

by Hill Harper

Narrated by Kevin R. Free

Unabridged — 10 hours, 42 minutes

Letters to an Incarcerated Brother: Encouragement, Hope, and Healing for Inmates and Their Loved Ones

Letters to an Incarcerated Brother: Encouragement, Hope, and Healing for Inmates and Their Loved Ones

by Hill Harper

Narrated by Kevin R. Free

Unabridged — 10 hours, 42 minutes

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Overview

After the publication of the bestselling Letters to a Young Brother, accomplished actor and speaker Hill Harper began to receive an increasing number of moving letters from inmates who yearned for a connection with a successful role model. With disturbing statistics on African-American incarceration on his mind (one in six black men were incarcerated as of 2001, and one in three can now expect to go to prison some time in their lifetimes), Harper set out to address the specific needs of inmates. A powerful message from the heart, Letters to an Incarcerated Brother provides advice and inspiration in the face of despair along with encouraging words for restoring a sense of self-worth. As the founder of Manifest Your Destiny, a nonprofit outreach program for at-risk teens, Harper has seen firsthand the transformative effect of mentorship and the power of a positive role model. This latest addition to Hill Harper' s Letters series delivers visionary, compassionate responses to the real-life circumstances of inmates. As with the other Letters books, Harper includes moving contributions from top educators, activists, thought leaders, and entertainers. Uplifting and insightful, Letters to an Incarcerated Brother provides the hope and inspiration inmates and their families need.

Editorial Reviews

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 Praise for Letters to an Incarcerated Brother

“A must-read for all parents to share with their sons (and daughters).”
–Essence Magazine
"A clear, soul-stirring story that compels you (the reader) to take action and help change America for the better."
–IamEntertainmentMagazine.com
 

"Sage, dignified adjuration for the imprisoned. . . . An inspiring jail companion guidebook brimming with straight-talking tough love."
–Kirkus Reviews
 


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“Harper’s message is a solo soaring above the choir...”
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“In clear, accessible language, Harper encourages his youthful readers to maintain productive values and never give up hope. . . . With frank, loving advice about relationships, careers, sex, education, spirituality and money, Harper helps young readers take that first step toward fruitful change.”
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“In a direct and often colloquial tone...the letters stress the importance of having options and working smart, not just hard.”
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“An inspirational guidebook for young men...he tackles real life issues that young men encounter today.”
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"A must-read for all parents to share with their sons (and daughters)."
Essence

Library Journal

01/01/2014
Known for starring on CSI: NY and Covert Affair, Harper continues his "Letters" series (Letters to a Young Brother; Letters to a Young Sister) by advising inmates who have corresponded with him. His theme is from civil rights leader Dr. Benjamin Chavis's quote "When you are incarcerated, don't just serve time; make time serve you." Horrified by the number of young African Americans who are in prison, Harper felt he had to offer guidance and messages of hope for men and women behind bars. He suggests excellent resources, such as where to seek grants for education and how to prepare to reenter society, as well as contact lists. The "Owner's Manual" section, an outline of how to become successful, is a highlight. VERDICT Prison libraries and libraries that provide services to jails and/or corrections facilities should consider purchasing several copies, as this self-help book is designed for them. Because of its limited appeal, it is an optional purchase for public libraries. [See LJ 11/1/13, "African American Experiences: 50 Titles for February 2014."]—Michael Sawyer, Pine Bluff, AR

Kirkus Reviews

2013-10-10
Sage, dignified adjuration for the imprisoned. Alarmed by the massive explosion of the prison population in recent decades, best-selling author and TV actor Harper (The Conversation: How Black Men and Women Can Build Loving, Trusting Relationships, 2009, etc.) believes that, visible or not, the prison populace is part of the fabric of America and shouldn't be dismissed as merely a blight on humanity. Though his criticisms of the penal and prison systems label them as malevolent, for-profit cauldrons of unregulated private companies bent on manipulating criminals, the author is adamant about creating a solution to what he views as a mushrooming "hyper incarceration crisis." With stern, direct advice and direction on real-life issues (and focusing on the African-American incarcerated population), Harper coaches readers through the fear of prison life and how to stay focused and hopeful and resist gang recruitment. The author writes in the form of unique and heartfelt answers to letters he received from prison inmates in response to his first book, Letters to a Young Brother (2006). In counsel delivered through relatable and colloquial prose, Harper encourages his readership to prepare a mental "escape plan" in anticipation of an inevitable re-entry into society armed with motivation, responsibility and clarity. With frequent references to the spiritual lessons of Deepak Chopra, the author shares pages of positive reinforcement, encouraging inmates to "beat the odds and avoid returning" to the cellblocks after release. His affirmations of hope and humility resonate throughout this unique display of compassionate humanitarianism for those residing behind prison walls and those who wait patiently for their release. The closing section--a useful, well-rounded "Owner's Manual"--begs for an expanded edition. An inspiring jail companion guidebook brimming with straight-talking tough love.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940170993949
Publisher: Recorded Books, LLC
Publication date: 02/21/2014
Edition description: Unabridged

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Introduction“There is no doubt that if young white people were incarceratedat the same rates as young black people, the issue would bea national emergency.”—Dr. Cornel West, Foreword, The New Jim Crow
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