Great story boringly read

What did you like best about Yes I Can? What did you like least?

The whole background of Sammy's life and over comings, his rise above adversity is a great story of his tenacity and grace in the front line of prejudice. The reading by Burt Boyar spoils a great bio.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Yes I Can?

His army experience during WW2

What didn’t you like about Burt Boyar’s performance?

His boring monologue, basically there is no emphasis of any in all his reading, it's beige while Sammy's life was technicolour.

Could you see Yes I Can being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

A great movie, I'll leave others to decide on the actors.

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Sammy Davis was the performer of all times. . .

What did you love best about Yes I Can?

While Sammy's life appeared glamorous, the book tells a very different story. It reveals the truth behind the broad, make-believe smile and the eyes that spoke louder than the voice.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Burt Boyar?

This book should have been narrated by a better voice. . .the one thing I did not like about the book.

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A Story Beautifully Told

Burt Boyar was emotional, REAL, loving and wonderful. I was moved to tears at times. I loved it. Would read again.

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An amazing biography

This is one person I knew nothing about, and I'm glad that I listened. It is a well written and fun biography.

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Very illuminating and well narrated

Sammy Davis Jr. was trailblazer in the entertainment industry and broke down barriers through his excellence, hard work and most of all perseverance. This book in his own words chronicles his life and experiences as America was changing in the 50s and 60s. This book paints an excellent picture of how the volatile beginnings of desegregation affected him and how he adapted from vaudeville schtick to polished solo performer. This book was written in 1965 so it isn’t the full picture of his life, but it is an entertaining snap shot of his recounting of his life when he was 40. It’s quite compelling and worth the listen.

Informative

Loved It!

if you go by what you see you can be mislead--misinformed about people and their reality. Just ine view...

Loved Sammy

Sammy Davis Jr. was one of my favorite entertainers. I don't think there is any person, living or dead, who could do what Sammy did. singer, dancer, actor, comedian, voice actor -- he was Mr. Entertainment.

Fascinating story!

Shocking what Mr. Davis went through in his life! Not only was he a multi talented man, and one of the best singers in the world, but he was kind, polite, highly articulate, and wise. My only beef with this book was that the gentleman that reads Mr. Davis’ story, mumbles all his words together making it difficult to understand him. But this book is full of interesting facts, and celebrity stories. His was quite a life!

A Fascinating Story About A Fascinating Man

If you have any interest in a real human story about one of the most fascinating entertainers ever, then this book is it. From his early struggles to his reaching the highest highs, Sammy’s story is a lesson in determination and resilience. His 1st person account of the blatant racism he overcame, to meeting Sinatra, to becoming the hottest ticket everywhere, to the Rat Pack days and marrying a white woman in the 60’s is riveting. I was lucky enough to have seen him perform live at Caesars Palace in VEGAS so this book has extra value to me. Well worth the investment. Such a great American success story. Enjoy.

Incredible book.. a book for all ages!

This book is incredible! You won't want to put it down! It transcends time and is really appropriate with everything going on today regarding race and prejudice and how one hero handled it.