The first African Americans of Peekskill had no choice in making the Hudson Valley their home. What they did choose was what kind of home to make of it�choices that were to shape both their community and the course of American history. Meet the African American sharpshooterwho helped swing the balance of the American Revolution; revisit a stop on the underground railroad and catch a glimpse of Paul Robeson through the tumult of the 1949 concert riots. Then follow John J. Curran beyond the headlines and behind the scenes as he seeks out the peoplewhose quiet; consistent contributions were no less dynamic in bringing about social change.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Lips Unsealed A Memoir book reviewBy CustomerIt is hard to rate this practically book.I liked the book in the very beginning;in the middle most of the book got me annonyed;but in the end it seemed better.This book talks about Belinda Carlisle the singer in the band the Go;Gos.The book talks about her life both the good and the bad.What got to me when reading this book is it just went on and on about how she had a drug problem and a very low-self-esteem and she had the nerve most of the time going on stage not sober high on drugs or drunk and yet she still sounded good unbelieveable.Also this book didnt talk alot about her childhood not that I remember anyway;so I wondered constantly where the low-self-esteem came from and she easily dismissed boyfriends as well.As I was reading this book however I thought of Judy Garland and how both ladies were kind of similar.Reading Judy Garlands biography prepared me for this book.Unlike Judy Garland however this book had a happy ending.Belinda despite all her issues had an inner strength to her which took awhile to come to the surface but in the end it finally did.And also reading gave me a lighter feeling as well.I really admire Belindas husband and son for sticking by her during her periods of low self-esteem.I also admire Belinda for going out on her own as a singer.I think she sings very beautifully and often sing her songs for karaoke.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Inspirational Story of True FreedomBy Usso BakkariNot only does Belinda share entertaining stories of her rock star antics and adventures but gives us a profound account of her almost accidental arrival at true spiritual freedom.She shares how she sought to free herself from a difficult family life and found it in the LA punk scene. Then the rock star life became a prison in itself. It was not until she hit rock bottom and was forced to discover her true self that she finally became free.Her life now has all the hallmarks of someone who lives a truly spiritual and connected life. From recent media reports meditation; physical discipline; and dedicated service appear to be her focus these days. According to sages from times immemorial these are all markers of someone who is in line with ones eternal self and thus truly free.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I will be re-reading this book soonBy A CustomerI absolutely loved this book! Some people have said they were disappointed that Belinda didnt reveal more; but Im not sure what more could have been revealed. Belinda is very candid in the book; writing about her struggles with substance addiction and emotional damage. Her descriptions of her unraveling relationships with her husband and son are described in heartbreaking detail; making her story of rising from the ashes even more powerful. For fans of the Go-Gos or 80s punk rock; you may not get all the nitty-gritty details you wanted from Belindas recounting of those days; but this memoir was written to fit within the overall description of her life rather than an historical context. In that sense; the book definitely delivers. I would recommend this book not only to fans of 80s music but also anyone battling addiction or emotional problems. There are priceless life lessons in this book; as well as a beautiful dose of hope for redemption.
