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Malcolm X is likely the most well-known figure from the American civil rights movement of the 1960s, aside from Martin Luther King Jr. But unlike King's famous "I have a dream" speech and tragic death, Malcolm X's words and writings, as well as his personal narrative, are not well known by many people.We learn about the man in this book from a unique point of view, including his background, how he joined the Nation of Islam, and his trips to the Middle...
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Summary of Malcolm X & Alex Haley's The Autobiography of Malcolm X is an attempt by Malcolm X to clarify his own beliefs through an account of his life journey. The story traces Malcolm's surprising transformation from wild hustler in Harlem into devout black Muslim human rights activist...
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Decades after he was killed in 1965, Malcolm X, the famous American activist, remains a figure of controversy. This essential biography uses primary sources-the embattled Black leader's own words and writings-to explore his often-misunderstood life, from the early death of his father to the days leading up to his assassination. It also examines Malcolm's teachings, which at times countered the civil rights movement of Martin Luther King Jr. The accessible...
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Known as 'the angriest black man in America', Malcolm X was one of the most famous activists to ever live. Going beyond biography, Black Minded examines Malcolm X's philosophical system, restoring his thinking to the pantheon of Black Radical Thought.
Michael Sawyer argues that the foundational concepts of Malcolm X's political philosophy - economic and social justice, strident opposition to white supremacy and Black internationalism - are often...
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The first book-length evaluation of Malcolm X's religious life
The mythic figure of Malcolm X conjures up a variety of images--black nationalist, extremist, civil rights leader, hero. But how often is Malcolm X understood as a religious leader, a man profoundly affected by his relationship with Allah?
During Malcolm's life and since, the press has focused on the Nation of Islam's rejection of integration, offering an extremely limited picture of...
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Tracing the extraordinary lives and legacy of two civil rights icons, this gripping account of Medgar and Myrlie Evers is told through their relationship and the work that went into winning basic rights for black Americans, and the repercussions that still resonate today.
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Uncovers the often overlooked stories of the women who shaped the black freedom struggle
The story of the black freedom struggle in America has been overwhelmingly male-centric, starring leaders like Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and Huey Newton. With few exceptions, black women have been perceived as supporting actresses; as behind-the-scenes or peripheral activists, or rank and file party members. But what about Vicki Garvin, a Brooklyn-born...
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Amiri Baraka, also known as LeRoi Jones, was known not only as a poet, playwright, and founder of the Black Arts movement, but also as one of the most provocative voices of the civil rights era and beyond. These pieces, which span the years from 1960 to 1965, cover subjects ranging from Cuba to Malcolm X to street protests and soul food, and are accompanied by the author's new introduction from 2009.
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Eric V. Copage's Black Pearls is an extraordinary book of inspirational thoughts and practical advice for African-Americans. The 365 quotes that begin each day's entry range from African proverbs to wisdom from Oprah Winfrey, Malcolm X, Terry McMillan, Bill Cosby, Rosa Parks, Spike Lee, Marian Wright Edelman, Alice Walker, and Martin Luther King, Jr., among hundreds of other diverse and accomplished people of African descent. And each day's entry...
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Following the success of that groundbreaking volume, the Say It Loud! book adds new depth to the history of the modern struggle for racial equality and civil rights-focusing directly on the pivotal questions black America grappled with during the past four decades of resistance. With recordings unearthed from libraries and sound archives, and made widely available here for the first time, Say It Loud! includes powerful speeches by Malcolm X, Angela...
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Protest Nation is a guide to the speeches, letters, broadsides, essays, and manifestos that form the backbone of the American radical tradition in the twentieth century. With examples from socialists, feminists, union organizers, civil-rights workers, gay and lesbian activists, and environmentalists that have served as beacons for millions, the volume also includes brief introductory essays by the editors that provide a rich biographical and historical...
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Decades ago, Malcolm X eloquently stated that communities have the legitimate right to defend themselves "by any means necessary" with any tool or tactic, including guns. This wide-ranging anthology uncovers the hidden histories and ideas of community armed self-defense, exploring how it has been used by marginalized and oppressed communities as well as anarchists and radicals within significant social movements of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
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This story is a tapestry woven with threads of resilience, love, and adventure. It's about
more than working on the original Star Trek or her slave ancestor's love story; it's a journey
through history, loss, and triumph.
Andreea has walked alongside giants, and mourned the loss of friends like Malcolm
X and Martin Luther King. She has navigated the complexities of love and faced the
challenges of breaking through the glass ceiling. She has...
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Key events of the Civil Rights Movement will be brought to life in this new series.
The years spanning from 1955-1965 in US History were critical to the Civil Rights Movement. With stunning photographs throughout and rich back matter, this set will chronologically explain how this specific decade brought about change and how it still affects us as a society today. A sampling of the people and events include: 1955: Emmett Till, Rosa Parks, Montgomery...
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Key events of the Civil Rights Movement will be brought to life in this new series.
The years spanning from 1955-1965 in US History were critical to the Civil Rights Movement. With stunning photographs throughout and rich back matter, this set will chronologically explain how this specific decade brought about change and how it still affects us as a society today. A sampling of the people and events include: 1955: Emmett Till, Rosa Parks, Montgomery...
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Key events of the Civil Rights Movement will be brought to life in this new series.
The years spanning from 1955-1965 in US History were critical to the Civil Rights Movement. With stunning photographs throughout and rich back matter, this set will chronologically explain how this specific decade brought about change and how it still affects us as a society today. A sampling of the people and events include: 1955: Emmett Till, Rosa Parks, Montgomery...
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Key events of the Civil Rights Movement will be brought to life in this new series.
The years spanning from 1955-1965 in US History were critical to the Civil Rights Movement. With stunning photographs throughout and rich back matter, this set will chronologically explain how this specific decade brought about change and how it still affects us as a society today. A sampling of the people and events include: 1955: Emmett Till, Rosa Parks, Montgomery...
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Key events of the Civil Rights Movement will be brought to life in this new series.
The years spanning from 1955-1965 in US History were critical to the Civil Rights Movement. With stunning photographs throughout and rich back matter, this set will chronologically explain how this specific decade brought about change and how it still affects us as a society today. A sampling of the people and events include: 1955: Emmett Till, Rosa Parks, Montgomery...
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A brilliant and thought-provoking collection of articles, profiles, and opinions from one of the twentieth century's most acclaimed African American writers A journalist, novelist, and educator, John A. Williams was never afraid to rock boats or take aim at society's most sacred institutions, white and black. Flashbacks is an essential compilation of Williams's best nonfiction pieces and an enthralling combination of memoir, biography, and social...