The Measure of a Man (Facets) [Paperback]

Martin Luther, Jr. King (Author)

Book Description

Series: Facets | Publication Date: October 2001

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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About the Author

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.

Product Details

• Paperback: 56 pages
• Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers (October 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800634497
• ISBN-13: 978-0800634490
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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More About the Author

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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23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cross Cultural, April 23, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: The Measure of a Man (Facets) (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

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, December 5, 2005

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Jim Murrow (Charlotte, North Carolina) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Measure of a Man (Facets) (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:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening and Refreshing, November 23, 2004

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D. Stewart (Connecticut) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Measure of a Man (Facets) (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.