A Testament of Hope: The Essential Writings of Martin Luther King by Martin Luth

Description: A Testament of Hope by Martin Luther King Jr. This is the major collection of Kings essential writings and speeches, now newly packaged to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the "I Have A Dream" speech. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "Weve got some difficult days ahead," civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., told a crowd gathered at Memphiss Clayborn Temple on April 3, 1968. "But it really doesnt matter to me now because Ive been to the mountaintop. . . . And Ive seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the promised land."These prophetic words, uttered the day before his assassination, challenged those he left behind to see that his "promised land" of racial equality became a reality; a reality to which King devoted the last twelve years of his life.These words and others are commemorated here in the only major one-volume collection of this seminal twentieth-century American prophets writings, speeches, interviews, and autobiographical reflections. A Testament of Hope contains Martin Luther King, Jr.s essential thoughts on nonviolence, social policy, integration, black nationalism, the ethics of love and hope, and more. Back Cover "Weve got some difficult days ahead," civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., told a crowd gathered at Memphiss Clayborn Temple on April 3, 1968. "But it really doesnt matter to me now because Ive been to the mountaintop. . . . And Ive seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the promised land." These prohetic words, uttered the day before his assassination, challenged those he left behind to see that his "promised land" of racial equality became a reality; a reality to which King devoted the last twelve years of his life. These words and other are commemorated here in the only major one-volume collection of this seminal twentieth-century American prophets writings, speeches, interviews, and autobiographical reflections. A Testament of Hope contains Martin Luther King, Jr.s essential thoughts on nonviolence, social policy, integration, black nationalism, the ethics of love and hope, and more. Author Biography Martin Luther King IIIis the elder son of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Coretta Scott King. He is a human rights advocate and community activist. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife, Arndrea, and his daughter, Yolanda Renee. Table of Contents Part 1 Philosophy - religious - non-violence: non-violence and racial justice (1957); the most durable power (1958); the power of non-violence (1958); an experiment in love (1958); speech before the youth march for integrated schools (1959); "my trip to the land of Gandhi" (1959); the social organization of non-violence (1959); pilgrimage to non-violence (1960); suffering and faith (1960); love, law and civil disobedience (1961); non-violence - the only road to freedom (1966); a gift of love (1966); showdown for non-violence (1968). Part 2 Philosophy - social - integration: "our struggle" (1956); walk for freedom (1956); the current crisis in race relations (1958); who speaks for the South? (1958); the burning truth in the South (1960); an address before the National Press Club (1962)_; the case against "tokenism": (1962); bold design for a new South (1963); the ethical demands for integration (1963); behind the Selma march (1965). Part 3 Political - wedged between democracy and black nationalism: facing the challenge of a new age (1957); the rising tide of racial consciousness (1960); equality now - the President has the power (1961); the time for freedom has come (1961); in a word - now (1963); hammer on civil rights (1964); negroes are not moving too fast; civil right no.1 - the right to vote (1965); next stop - the North (1965). Part 4 Famous sermons and public addresses: "give us the ballot - we will transform the South" (1957); if the negro wins, labour wins (1962); the American dream (1961); "I have a dream" (1963); eulogy for the martyred children (1963); Nobel Prize acceptance speech (1964); "our God is marching on!" - Montgomery, Alabama speech (1965); a time to break silence (1965); "where do we go from here?" (1965); a Christmas sermon on peace (1965); the drum major instinct (4 February 1968); remaining awake through a great revolution (31 March 1968); "I see the promised land" (3 April 1968). Part 5 Historic essays: letter from Birmingham City Jail (1963); black power defined (1965); a testament of hope (1968). Part 6 Interviews: Kenneth B.Clark interview (1963); "Playboy" interview - Martin Luther King Jr (1965); transcript of "Meet the Press" television news interview (1966); transcript of "Face to Face" television news interview (1967). Part 7 Books: "Stride Towards Freedom" (1958); "The Strength to Love" (1963); "Why We Cant Wait" (1964). "Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community?" (1967); "The Trumpet of Conscience" (1967). Appendix - additional interview: conversation with Martin Luther King (1968). Review "This is one of those books you can pick up and begin anywhere. There is so much gold here." -- Marianne Williamson, author of Return to Love Review Quote "This is one of those books you can pick up and begin anywhere. There is so much gold here." Description for Teachers/Educators "Weve got some difficult days ahead," Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., told a crowd gathered at Memphiss Clayborn Temple on April 3, 1968. "But it really doesnt matter to me now because Ive been to the mountaintop ... And Ive seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the Promised Land." This prophetic speech, uttered the day before his assassination, challenged those King left behind to see that his "promised land" of racial equality became a reality. These words and others are commemorated in the only major one-volume collection of this civil rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winners writings, speeches, interviews, and autobiographical reflections. A Testament of Hope contains Martin Luther King, Jr.s essential thoughts on nonviolence, social policy, integration, Black Nationalism, and more. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968), civil rights leader, advocate for worldwide social justice, and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, inspired and sustained the struggle for freedom, nonviolence, and interracial unity. His words and deeds continue to shape the lives and destinies of millions. Editor James M. Washington (1948-1997) was a recognized authority on Martin Luther King, Jr. and a professor of American church history at Union Theological Seminary in New York City. "Reveals the breadth and depth of [Kings] philosophical thinking, his tough-mindedness, and the sophistication and forensic skill that he could bring to an argument." - The New Yorker Details ISBN0060646918 Short Title TESTAMENT OF HOPE Pages 736 Language English ISBN-10 0060646918 ISBN-13 9780060646912 Media Book Format Paperback Subtitle The Essential Writings of Martin Luther King Illustrations bibliography, index Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Edition New edition Imprint HarperOne DOI 10.1604/9780060646912 UK Release Date 1991-02-21 US Release Date 1991-02-21 Author Martin Luther King Jr. Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Year 1991 Publication Date 1991-02-21 DEWEY 323.1196073 Audience General AU Release Date 1991-07-02 NZ Release Date 1990-12-13 Imprint US HarperOne Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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