Biography of Martin Luther King (Jr): Biography of Martin Luther King Jr: The Inspiring Story of a Civil Rights Icon
Dinkar Kumar
Jan 2021 · Prabhat Prakashan
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Martin Luther King Jr. is a name with which everyone in the USA is very familiar. “I have a Dream”; is the famous speech he rendered before thousands of people in Birmingham; Albania. His dream was to get Civil Rights for the African-American people; who were until then treated as unequal. He had the courage to stand up to his conviction that people should not be discriminated because of the colour of their skin. He was a very religious man; a true man of God. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s activism; he fought for the Civil Rights of the people through non-violence. Through his Civil Rights activism; he helped pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the same year he received the Nobel Peace Prize.An inspiring real life story of the great man.Martin Luther King Jr. is a name with which everyone in the USA is very familiar. “I have a Dream”; is the famous speech he rendered before thousands of people in Birmingham; Albania. His dream was to get Civil Rights for the African-American people; who were until then treated as unequal. He had the courage to stand up to his conviction that people should not be discriminated because of the colour of their skin. He was a very religious man; a true man of God. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s activism; he fought for the Civil Rights of the people through non-violence. Through his Civil Rights activism; he helped pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the same year he received the Nobel Peace Prize.An inspiring real life story of the great man.
Biography of Martin Luther King (Jr) by Dinkar Kumar: This biography provides a detailed and personal account of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., one of America's most famous civil rights leaders and activists. With its engaging storytelling and its commitment to social justice, "Biography of Martin Luther King (Jr)" is a must-read for anyone interested in the struggle for racial equality and human rights.
Key Aspects of the Book "Biography of Martin Luther King (Jr)":
Civil Rights: The book highlights Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to civil rights and social justice, providing valuable insights into the struggle for racial equality in America.
Inspiring Story: The book tells a captivating and inspiring story, showcasing the power of activism, courage, and leadership in promoting social change.
Historical Perspective: The book offers a valuable historical perspective on the political and social dynamics of America in the mid-20th century.
Dinkar Kumar is a historian and writer who has written extensively on the history of civil rights and social justice. "Biography of Martin Luther King (Jr)" is one of his most acclaimed works.
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This collection, presented as a Kindle eBook classic from Project Gutenberg book, draws together diverse voices and perspectives on key moments in African American history and the ongoing Black experience. Featuring contributions by prominent figures like Frederick Douglass, whose powerful Slavery narrative My Escape from Slavery offers a first-hand account of the journey to freedom and the harsh realities of the Fugitive slave law. The volume also includes insights from Sojourner Truth, an impactful Abolitionist writings voice, and delves into the complexities of the Reconstruction era and its impact on Southern history, including issues like the oppressive Southern economy history and Credit system South that mirrored aspects of Slavery in Maryland. The challenges faced by Freedmen experiences are explored, alongside their efforts toward Suffrage history and securing Black education history. The book compiles a Short stories collection and Essays on race that provide a multifaceted look at Race relations. Charles W. Chesnutt contributes his unique Plantation life fiction, including the intriguing tale of "The Goophered Grapevine" and "Po' Sandy", while grappling with the nuances of sharecropping fiction and life in the Reconstruction South. Literary analysis features heavily, with discussions around the creation and impact of Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin story", a pivotal work addressing the Abolition of slavery and bringing the plight of the enslaved to the public conscience, even exploring the Historical context slavery in the Victorian literature landscape. Insights into the philosophical and practical approaches to advancing the race are presented, such as Booker T. Washington's perspective on Industrial training Negroes and building economic foundations amidst the challenges of the Jim Crow era and Racial prejudice literature. W. E. B. Du Bois offers his profound reflections in "Strivings of the Negro People", examining the quest for liberty and education after Emancipation stories. The collection also touches upon lesser-known topics like the challenges of the Emigration movement blacks faced, critiques on Literary societies and Book collecting in pieces like "Baxter's Procrustes", providing examples of Literary criticism. As a 19th century American literature and 20th century American literature collection by various esteemed African American authors and others writing on the subject, this volume serves as an important resource for understanding US history collection, American history essays, and the enduring pursuit of Social justice writings commemorated on Martin Luther King Jr Day. It brings together diverse narratives and analyses that continue to resonate today.
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