Martin Luther King Jr

Through Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.'s words and Bible verses, kids will discover that Dr. King's Christian faith was the foundation for his activism and that God calls us to stand up for justice and love. This illustrated children's devotional will inspire the next generation with the passion of Dr. King, America's greatest Black leader, and equip them to make a difference for God, both today and tomorrow. Through Dr. King's timeless words, children ages 8 to 12 will be challenged and inspired to"drive out darkness" with light and love;go to the Bible for the truth about evil, love, identity, and responsibility;respect the Creator-given human dignity in everyone;build relationships across boundaries and spread kindness in all communities; andstand for God's truth about themselves and others. This 60-day devotional for older children includesa short biography of Dr. King that focuses on his belief in God's Word as the basis of his activism;60 devotions written just for kids, each featuring Scripture, a quote from Dr. King, and a challenge to live out the truth;inspiring stories of young participants of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s; anda presentation page for commemorating gifting occasions and a source list for further exploration. Today's children are passionate about social justice and want to be change makers. This devotional shows kids that following Christ is an essential element of the fight for justice and empowers them to actively live out their faith." If we are to go forward, if we are to make this a better world in which to live, we've got to go back. . . . We've got to go back and rediscover the principle that there is a God behind the process." --Martin Luther King Jr.

'Far from being the pious injunction of a Utopian dreamer, the command to love one's enemy is an absolute necessity for our survival'Advocating love as strength and non-violence as the most powerful weapon there is, these sermons and writings from the heart of the civil rights movement show Martin Luther King's rhetorical power at its most fiery and uplifting. One of twenty new books in the bestselling Penguin Great Ideas series. This new selection showcases a diverse list of thinkers who have helped shape our world today, from anarchists to stoics, feminists to prophets, satirists to Zen Buddhists.

The first collection of King's essential writings for high school students and young people "A Time to Break Silence" presents Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most important writings and speeches--carefully selected by teachers across a variety of disciplines--in an accessible and user-friendly volume. Now, for the first time, teachers and students will be able to access Dr. King's writings not only electronically but in stand-alone book form. Arranged thematically in five parts, the collection includes nineteen selections and is introduced by award-winning author Walter Dean Myers. Included are some of Dr. King's most well-known and frequently taught classic works, including "Letter from Birmingham Jail" and "I Have a Dream," as well as lesser-known pieces such as "The Sword that Heals" and "What Is Your Life's Blueprint?" that speak to issues young people face today.

'He changed the course of history' Barack Obama'Lightning makes no sound until it strikes'This is the momentous story of the Civil Rights movement, told by one of its most powerful and eloquent voices. Here Martin Luther King, Jr. recounts the pivotal events in the city of Birmingham, Alabama in 1963 that propelled his non-violent campaign for racial justice from a movement of lunch counter sit-ins and prayer meetings to a phenomenon that 'rocked the richest, most powerful nation to its foundations'. As inspiring and resonant as it was upon publication, Why We Can't Wait is both a unique historical document, and an enduring testament to one man's wise, courageous and endlessly hopeful vision.

'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.'This landmark missive from one of the greatest activists in history calls for direct, non-violent resistance in the fight against racism, and reflects on the healing power of love. Penguin Modern: fifty new books celebrating the pioneering spirit of the iconic Penguin Modern Classics series, with each one offering a concentrated hit of its contemporary, international flavour. Here are authors ranging from Kathy Acker to James Baldwin, Truman Capote to Stanislaw Lem and George Orwell to Shirley Jackson; essays radical and inspiring; poems moving and disturbing; stories surreal and fabulous; taking us from the deep South to modern Japan, New York's underground scene to the farthest reaches of outer space.

'[He] inspired a generation ... He changed the course of history' Barack ObamaAs Martin Luther King, Jr. prepared for the Birmingham campaign in early 1963, he drafted the final sermons for Strength to Love, a volume of his best-known lectures. King had begun working on the sermons during a fortnight in jail in July 1962 and A Gift of Love includes these classic sermons, along with two new lectures. Drawing inspiration from both his Christian faith and the non-violent philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, A Gift of Love illustrates King's vision of love and peaceful action as social and political forces for change.

Negroes With Guns is a non-fiction book written by Robert Franklin Williams, an African-American civil rights leader and activist. The book was first published in 1962 and is a powerful account of Williams' experiences fighting for racial equality in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. In this book, Williams argues that African Americans should arm themselves in order to protect themselves from white supremacist violence and oppression. He draws on his own experiences as a leader of the Monroe, North Carolina chapter of the NAACP, where he organized armed self-defense patrols to protect the black community from attacks by the Ku Klux Klan and other white supremacist groups. Williams' ideas were controversial at the time, as many civil rights leaders believed in non-violent resistance as a means of achieving equality. However, Williams believed that armed self-defense was necessary in the face of violent attacks on the black community, and that the right to bear arms was a fundamental part of the struggle for civil rights. The book also includes a detailed history of the struggle for civil rights in the United States, from the slave trade to the Jim Crow era, and provides a powerful critique of the racism and inequality that still existed in the country in the 1960s. Overall, Negroes With Guns is a groundbreaking and thought-provoking book that challenges traditional ideas about the civil rights movement and the role of violence in achieving social change. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the civil rights movement and the ongoing struggle for racial equality in the United States. Edited By Marc Schleifer. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Measure of a Man is a collection of essays and speeches by Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most prominent figures in the American Civil Rights Movement. The book was first published in 1959, and it explores the concept of human dignity and the importance of living a life of purpose and meaning. King argues that the measure of a person is not determined by their material possessions or social status, but rather by their commitment to justice, equality, and compassion. The book is divided into three sections. The first section focuses on the importance of self-respect and self-worth, and how these qualities are essential for building a just society. The second section discusses the role of love and nonviolence in achieving social change, and how these principles can be used to transform society. The final section explores the concept of leadership and the qualities that make a great leader. Throughout the book, King draws on his own experiences as a civil rights activist and preacher, as well as his deep knowledge of philosophy, theology, and social theory. He uses powerful language and vivid imagery to convey his message, and his words continue to inspire readers today. The Measure of a Man is a timeless classic that offers a powerful message of hope and inspiration. It is a must-read for anyone interested in social justice, human rights, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Timeless, inspiring and universal words of wisdom, this collection features the milestone speeches, including 'I have a dream....', of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the greatest orators of the 20th Century

With fiery, wise words and a passion for justice, Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. influenced one of the most powerful movements of the twentieth century and inspired hearts everywhere. Here is the definitive selection of 11 of his most affecting sermons, from his earliest known audio recording to his last sermon, delivered days before his assassination. With introductions by renowned theologians and ministers, including the Reverend Billy Graham and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and filled with moving personal reflections, "A Knock At Midnight" is Dr. King's living voice -- a resounding call that will continue to resonate and inspire. The definitive selection of 11 previously unpublished sermons by the most beloved preacher and civil rights leader of our time, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

"We've got some difficult days ahead," civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., told a crowd gathered at Memphis's Clayborn Temple on April 3, 1968. "But it really doesn't matter to me now because I've been to the mountaintop. . . . And I've seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the promised land." These prophetic words, uttered the day before his assassination, challenged those he left behind to see that his "promised land" of racial equality became a reality; a reality to which King devoted the last twelve years of his life. These words and others are commemorated here in the only major one-volume collection of this seminal twentieth-century American prophet's writings, speeches, interviews, and autobiographical reflections. A Testament of Hope contains Martin Luther King, Jr.'s essential thoughts on nonviolence, social policy, integration, black nationalism, the ethics of love and hope, and more.