Autobiography of Martin Luther King (Paperback)

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A professor of history and the noted author and editor of several books on the civil rights struggle, Dr. Clayborne Carson was selected by the estate of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., to edit and publish Dr. King's papers. Drawing upon an unprecedented archive of King's own words-including unpublished letters and diaries, as well as video footage and recordings-Dr. Carson creates an unforgettable self-portrait of Dr. King. In his own vivid, compassionate voice, here is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as student, minister, husband, father, and world leader...as well as a rich, moving chronicle of a people and a nation in the face of powerful-and still resonating-change.

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., ON LEADERSHIP
Inspiration and Wisdom for Challenging Times
by Donald T. Phillips
What does it mean to be a leader? Martin Luther King, Jr., on Leadership examines the leadership skills of one of America's most potent social crusaders. A man who articulated a vision, crafted a strategy, and turned defeats into victory, Dr. King and his life's work offer powerful lessons that can be applied to any life or business any endeavor you undertake. Part history and part inspiration, this book blends an exciting story with sharp analysis, teaching all of us how to stand up for our own vision and our own dreams.

A KNOCK AT MIDNIGHT
Inspiration from the Great Sermons of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.
Edited by Clayborne Carson and Peter Holloran
This is the definitive collection of eleven of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most powerful sermons, from his earliest known audio recording to his last sermon, delivered days before his assassination. With introductions by renowned theologians and ministers, filled with moving personal reflections and firsthand accounts of the events surrounding each sermon, A Knock at Midnight is Dr. King's living voice today-an irresistible call that resonates and inspires the greatness in us all.

A CALL TO CONSCIENCE
The Landmark Speeches of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Edited by Clayborne Carson and Kris Shepard
A Call to Conscience is a milestone collection of Dr. King's greatest, most influential speeches. It brings to life some of this country's greatest historical moments: from the momentous day that ignited the modern civil rights movement to the moving, transcendant speech the reverend gave the night before his assassination. With wisdom, humor, and a deeply felt faith in democracy and the power of loving change, this unique, unforgettable record of words is Dr. King speaking today.