That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row (Oprahs Book Club 2.0)

I tried to talk to a friend of mine about this story. I gave him a summary and he basically said he doesn’t buy it and he doesn’t think it’s possible a person could change his perspective or way of thinking. I was kind of frustrated and I thought, “you’d have to read the book yourself “ I’m praying for Mr Masters. I’m also considering becoming a foster parent so I could possibly be a “Maimee”! to someone!

His story isn’t over. That’s what I had to tell myself when the book ended. Jarvis had an extremely challenging life. It’s horrible that he had to experience what he did in the system.

What a story! Couldn’t put it down.

I bought this book since it was recommended to me by Oprah's book club. Too many Americans are wrongfully incarcerated for crimes they never committed. This could also be due to the 13th Amendment that abolished slavery and prisoners were the new slaves. Additionally privatization of the prisons meant that prisons can not be left empty. This author is one such person and is still in prison for a crime that he never committed however he says he was very close to doing it. His humble background and is adaptation of Buddhism is enlightening.

Quick and captivating read

Amazing story of his struggles through the foster care system and the people who let him down

10/10 life changing

Very good book. Very interesting and very true.

I had already read Jarvis Jay Masters other book, FINDING FREEDOM, WRITINGS FROM DEATH ROW.That is what prompted me to buy this one.Here is a man , low and violent , who has become who he really is. He has developed spiritually and grown, in what is perhaps the most horrible enviroment on earth, in to a compassionate human able to manage his own pain and rage through meditation.He has become truely human despite never being treated like one.AN amazing man, an excellent writer with only a pen refil alowed him. Cramed in his cell and listening to the sounds of the hell he lives in he has become a man among men.We have , already, the model of Nelson Manela ...here is another. He may never be free but we can read how it all came to be and what he has now become.Totally moving and inspiring.Thank (That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row) By Jarvis Jay Masters (Author) Paperback on (Oct , 2010)  you Jarvis for what you have given us.We really need to treat our unwanted, uncared for children better. We, the society , need to grow and give these children some love. More than anything we need to refornm the prison system.How very enlightening to know that prison is the only place they feel safe with their rage. (That Bird Has My Wings: The Autobiography of an Innocent Man on Death Row) By Jarvis Jay Masters (Author) Paperback on (Oct , 2010)

Brilliant book. Made me understand the power of calmness and ability to with hold anger reactions. Enjoyed reading this book

Great read- will break your heart. Can’t put this book down

I just began reading this book and I cannot put it down. It's a real eye opener. I have been brought to tears, but have also laughed.

Es uun libro que debería ser conocido por el gran público. La edición no pesa mucho, y al ser de tapa blanda se puede llevar a donde sea. El texto es muy cercano por el tono que tiene de conversación