The King Years - Historic Moments in the Civil Rights Movement (Paperback)

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 Canaan's 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."

General

Imprint:	Simon & Schuster
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2013
First published:	August 2013
Authors:	Taylor Branch
Dimensions:	213 x 141 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	210
ISBN-13:	978-1-4516-6246-7
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political control & freedoms > Human rights > Land rights Promotions
LSN:	1-4516-6246-7
Barcode:	9781451662467

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