The Everything Martin Luther King Jr. Book: The Struggle, the Dream, the Legacy

by Jessica McElrath Narrated by Dwain Kyles

Overview

Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most inspirational figures in American history. From his march on Washington to his time in a Birmingham jail, King's life and work continue to have a profound effect on our nation. The Everything® Martin Luther King Jr. Book explores King's life, times and influence. Fascinating facts and little-known details you'll find in this audio include:

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·********* His upbringing, education, and nonviolent-resistance influences

·********* The inspiration for his famous “I Have a Dream” speech

·********* His relationship with the Black Power movement

·********* His private life as a friend, husband, and father

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"This book covers the life, death, and contributions of the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., and attempts to place them within the context of African-American history and U.S. history in general. It draws on traditional sources but also utilizes heretofore unreleased FBI documents. By and large, the book offers a good single-volume introduction to the Civil Rights Movement leader. The narration is crisp and well paced. Dwain Kyles lets his voice rise and fall to emphasize points without seeming phony. The publishers wisely chose to include a tape of King himself delivering the closing portion of his "I Have a Dream" speech. However, the editors should have chosen to eliminate the production’s subtitles. They break the flow of the narration. A detailed track-by-track guide is an excellent index." 
R.C.G. © AudioFile Portland, Maine

JUN/JUL 08 - AudioFile

This book covers the life, death, and contributions of the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., and attempts to place them within the context of African-American history and U.S. history in general. It draws on traditional sources but also utilizes heretofore unreleased FBI documents. By and large, the book offers a good single-volume introduction to the Civil Rights Movement leader. The narration is crisp and well paced. Dwain Kyles lets his voice rise and fall to emphasize points without seeming phony. The publishers wisely chose to include a tape of King himself delivering the closing portion of his "I Have a Dream" speech. However, the editors should have chosen to eliminate the production’s subtitles. They break the flow of the narration. A detailed track-by-track guide is an excellent index. R.C.G. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940169114331
Publisher:	Oasis Audio
Publication date:	11/01/2007
Series:	Everything Books
Edition description:	Unabridged

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