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The King Years

Historic Moments in the Civil Rights Movement

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The King Years

By: Taylor Branch
Narrated by: Leslie Jr Odom
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The essential moments of the Civil Rights Movement are set in historical context by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the magisterial America in the King Years trilogy—Parting the Waters; Pillar of Fire; and At Canaans Edge.

Taylor Branch, author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning America in the King Years trilogy, presents selections from his monumental work that recount the essential moments of the Civil Rights Movement. A masterpiece of storytelling on race and democracy, violence and nonviolence, The King Years delivers riveting tales of everyday heroes whose stories inspire us still. Here is the full sweep of an era that transformed America and continues to offer crucial lessons for today’s world. This vital primer amply fulfills Branch’s dedication: “For students of freedom and teachers of history.”
African American Studies Americas Freedom & Security Politicians Politics & Activism Politics & Government Social Sciences Specific Demographics United States Social movement Civil Rights Social justice Black power movement Equality Martin Luther King Superhero Socialism
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