About the book
That Bird Has My Wings is the astounding memoir of death row inmate Jarvis Masters and a testament to the tenacity of the human spirit and the talent of a fine writer. Offering scenes from his life that are at times poignant, revelatory, frightening, soul-stirring, painful, funny, and uplifting, That Bird Has My Wings tells the story of the author’s childhood with parents addicted to heroin, an abusive foster family, a life of crime and imprisonment, and the eventual embracing of Buddhism.
How does a man sentenced to die for a crime he insists he didn’t commit find peace, meaning, and a path to redemption?
- Overcoming Adversity: From a childhood of neglect with heroin-addicted parents to the brutalities of the foster care system, this is a raw look at a life lived against the odds.
- Wrongful Conviction: Sentenced to death for murder, Masters’s fight for his life becomes a profound journey into his own past and the justice system that failed him.
- A Path to Redemption: Discover how the teachings of Buddhism, with guidance from luminaries like Pema Chödrön, helped him find a clear conscience and inner freedom on death row.
- Inspirational True Story: Told with unflinching honesty and a complete lack of sentimentality, this is an unforgettable account of the resilience of the human spirit.
Editions of That Bird Has My Wings
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780061730481
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061937378
Read an Excerpt
That Bird Has My Wings is the astounding memoir of death row inmate Jarvis Masters and a testament to the tenacity of the human spirit and the talent of a fine writer. Offering scenes from his life that are at times poignant, revelatory, frightening, soul-stirring, painful, funny, and uplifting, That Bird Has My Wings tells the story of the author’s childhood with parents addicted to heroin, an abusive foster family, a life of crime and imprisonment, and the eventual embracing of Buddhism.
How does a man sentenced to die for a crime he insists he didn’t commit find peace, meaning, and a path to redemption?
- Overcoming Adversity: From a childhood of neglect with heroin-addicted parents to the brutalities of the foster care system, this is a raw look at a life lived against the odds.
- Wrongful Conviction: Sentenced to death for murder, Masters’s fight for his life becomes a profound journey into his own past and the justice system that failed him.
- A Path to Redemption: Discover how the teachings of Buddhism, with guidance from luminaries like Pema Chödrön, helped him find a clear conscience and inner freedom on death row.
- Inspirational True Story: Told with unflinching honesty and a complete lack of sentimentality, this is an unforgettable account of the resilience of the human spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is That Bird Has My Wings about?
That Bird Has My Wings is the astounding memoir of death row inmate Jarvis Masters and a testament to the tenacity of the human spirit and the talent of a fine writer. Offering scenes from his life that are at times poignant, revelatory, frightening, soul-stirring, painful, funny, and uplifting, That Bird Has My Wings tells the story of the author’s childhood with parents addicted to heroin, an abusive foster family, a life of crime and imprisonment, and the eventual embracing of Buddhism.
How does a man sentenced to die for a crime he insists he didn’t commit find peace, meaning, and a path to redemption?
- Overcoming Adversity: From a childhood of neglect with heroin-addicted parents to the brutalities of the foster care system, this is a raw look at a life lived against the odds.
- Wrongful Conviction: Sentenced to death for murder, Masters’s fight for his life becomes a profound journey into his own past and the justice system that failed him.
- A Path to Redemption: Discover how the teachings of Buddhism, with guidance from luminaries like Pema Chödrön, helped him find a clear conscience and inner freedom on death row.
- Inspirational True Story: Told with unflinching honesty and a complete lack of sentimentality, this is an unforgettable account of the resilience of the human spirit.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in That Bird Has My Wings?
Society and Social Sciences > Social services and welfare, criminology > Crime and criminology > Penology and punishment
Where can I read a sample of That Bird Has My Wings?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780061730481
Who is/are the Author/s of the book That Bird Has My Wings?
Jarvis Jay Masters
Who is the Publisher of the book That Bird Has My Wings?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
That Bird Has My Wings is available as paperback(ISBN 9780061730481) and ebook(ISBN 9780061937378)
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