Geoffrey Canada: 3 books
Fist Stick Knife Gun
A Personal History of Violence
Language: English
Release Date: November 26, 2013
Long before U.S. News and World Report named him one of America's Best Leaders and Oprah Winfrey called him "an angel from God," Geoffrey Canada was a small, vulnerable, scared boy growing up in the South Bronx. Canada's world was one where "sidewalk" boys learned the codes of...
Fist Stick Knife Gun
A Personal History of Violence
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2010
A new edition, including the story of the founding of the Harlem Children’s Zone
Long before the avalanche of praise for his work—from Oprah Winfrey, from President Bill Clinton, from President Barack Obama—long before he became known for his talk show appearances, Members Project spots,...
Reaching Up for Manhood
Transforming the Lives of Boys in America
Language: English
Release Date: November 7, 2000
From a troubled youth navigating the mean streets of the South Bronx to an inspiring educational activist who evokes praise from the likes of President Barack Obama, Geoffrey Canada has made a remarkable personal journey that cemented his dedication to underserved youth. His award-winning work was...