king, martin luther

"A historical account of Martin Luther King's assassination, including the events leading up to it, the people involved, the conditions of racial tension, and the lingering aftermath"--Provided by publisher.

The life story of Coretta Scott King?wife of Martin Luther King Jr., founder of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center), and singular twentieth-century American civil and human rights activist?as told fully for the first time, toward the end of her life, to Rev. Dr. Barbara Reynolds.

Illustrations and brief text portray the events of the 1963 march in Washington, D.C., where the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. delivered a historic speech.

Simple text and photographs introduce young readers to the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr.

"Engaging text and fun illustrations tell the story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s childhood"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the history and meaning behind the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day.

The King Years delivers riveting tales of everyday heroes who achieved miracles in constructive purpose and yet poignantly fell short. Here is the full sweep of an era that still reverberates in national politics. Its legacy remains unsettled; there are further lessons to be discovered before free citizens can once again move officials to address the most intractable, fearful dilemmas. This vital primer amply fulfills its author?s dedication: ?For students of freedom and teachers of history.?.

Photographs and text trace the progression of the civil rights movement and its effect on history through biographical sketches of four prominent and influential African Americans: Frederick Douglass, Marcus Garvey, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Malcolm X.

An introduction to Martin Luther King Jr.'s march on Washington and other civil rights movements.