Why nonviolence matters
Eloquent and passionate, reasoned and sensitive, this pair of meditations by the revered civil-rights leader contains the theological roots of his political and social philosophy of nonviolent activism.
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Martin Luther King Jr. was President of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and co-pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, Georgia. He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968), Nobel Peace Prize laureate and architect of the nonviolent civil rights movement, was among the twentieth century's most influential figures. One of the greatest orators in U.S. history, King also authored several books, including Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story, Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, and Why We Can't Wait. His speeches, sermons, and writings are inspirational and timeless. King was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4, 1968.
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I have used this book in Leadership Training for years. Recently I used it at Gindiri College of Theology in Nigeria. The huge 250 pound student body president said it caused him to weep, thinking about repentance. This was one of the only books graduating senior received this year, because the cost of books is such a high % of their annual income.
In the US, white High School students have returned years later to say this small book changed their thinking and understanding of who Dr. King really was. Mine too. Thanks
In the US, white High School students have returned years later to say this small book changed their thinking and understanding of who Dr. King really was. Mine too. Thanks
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Jim Murrow
Format:Paperback
Dr. King, as we all know, was a man of intelligence, persistence, devotion, and respect, and this book inspires all of those qualities in each of us. I have purchased this book for family members, and they have received its message with the same delight that I did. I highly suggest reading this or buying as a gift for a friend in need of a little inspiration.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By D. Stewart
Format:Paperback
This writing was quite interesting. Dr. King as we all know was a great man and leader. In this writing he points out a great way to look at the world, and all human beings within this world. Throughout this writing he speaks of God and how God is the way. A very enlightening piece of reading.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
My son loved this book!
I purchased this book for my 13yr.old son and he enjoyed the quick read. Recommend for young men to read.
Published 2 months ago by christinaS
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everything
I expected and more. Great buy, fast shipping, a true mirror into a bygone era that should never be forgotten
Published on February 19, 2010 by Lewis A. Waters
4.0 out of 5 stars
quick delivery and quick read
I expected this book to be thicker and have more of the writings of Dr. King. Other than being disappointed in the length I was very pleased with this book.
Published on February 24, 2009 by book girl
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent book
Good content to get introduced to the great and revolutionary ideas of one of the greatest leaders of century.
Published on April 20, 2008 by M. Karami
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Thoughts Beyond Measure
This pocket-style book written in 1959 contains two short inspirational, philosophical and theological thoughts of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read more
Published on March 30, 2008 by Eddie Hutchinson
3.0 out of 5 stars
not so good
i have the greatest respect for Dr. King. i expected this book to take a philosophical view towards measuring a man--- a philosophical view that emphasizes more on a certain... Read more
Published on January 17, 2008 by Soh Kiat Huang
4.0 out of 5 stars
Small and Handy
Small and slim, fits in the back of pants pockets just fine.
About 50-pages, with 10 or so pages in the middle solely having various photographs of King and... Read more
About 50-pages, with 10 or so pages in the middle solely having various photographs of King and... Read more
Published on August 7, 2007 by J. Breneman
5.0 out of 5 stars
To give this as a gift to every young man...
This is an excellent and treasurable little gift book to give to young people. While simple and humble at first glance, it gives some deep truths about life and how we can live... Read more
Published on April 6, 2007 by FTATA23@aol.com
5.0 out of 5 stars
must read
This is a small and excellent book. The second half is outstanding.
Published on August 18, 2006 by on-line time
3.0 out of 5 stars
a bit too short
King is as eloquent as always, and I knew this was a short book, but it was filled with a lot more pictures than I expected and it was more purely theological than connecting... Read more
Published on February 21, 2006 by Adam Weiss
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