The first novella of the trilogy that introduces our main character and protagonist, Jacob Peter Manor, in his formative years.
The Great Depression. The South. Young Jacob's story unfolds during a difficult time, in the unforgiving south, a hard place for an African-American boy, Jacob Pete Manor, as he embarks upon his personal journey — his Rite of Passage.
Fourth and final child, born to a family of sharecroppers from the rural area of Fayetteville North Carolina, Jacob uncovers pertinent life truths that involve mother-son over-bonding, betrayal, abandonment, sexual explorations, misconceptions of “manhood,” and other crucial challenges and milestones which ultimately lead Jacob to becoming the man God destined him to be.
Jacob was a dreamer, with very high aspirations, whose ambitions exceeded the scope of what a climate of segregation, inadequate school systems, and a mind set of inferiority dictated for a young African-American male.
BOYS to MEN! The Journey — Rite of Passage — of protagonist, Jacob Peter Manor.
His successes, failures, and life’s ultimate lessons helped him uncover the true meaning of "manhood." Jacob’s challenges and uniquely orchestrated stages of his life produced a far greater outcome than expected.
The Man Jacob is the trilogy finale and concludes with our main character in his final stage of transition – MANHOOD.
In the second volume of the trilogy, our main character becomes a teen, equipped with knowledge of worldly things.
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author's inspiration
Heartfelt concern for family and community coupled with his desire to be an effective and influencing male presence in the home, church and community, fueled Clarence Matthews’ adamant ambitions to educate himself and others as it relates to our heritage. He believes wholeheartedly that if we obtain knowledge of who we are, where and what we come from, than we can leverage that knowledge and apply it across various genres of life; fostering growth and fulfillment personally, spiritually and economically.
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Clarence, I must say all three were enjoyable readings. The first, "Jacob Rite of Passage" brought to mind how many children were raised years ago,…
Written by Jackie Felder
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There were four members at the meeting who said they too enjoyed learning about Fayetteville as well as how strong young Jacob grew up to…
Written by Betty
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Your books are outstanding, I have passed it around to my children and a couple of friends, they too have found your writings a great…
Written by Betty
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"Jacob's Rite of Passage is a book like none other. It provides a refreshing and insightful view of African-American family. It showcases the struggles and…
Written by Valerie Taylor-Thomas
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"Thanks for all your hard work. I started reading the book to my mother. We both are enjoying. I read a lot and I can…
Written by Cynthia Henderson