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Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr?

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Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.? by Bonnie Bader tells the inspiring story of a man who became the face of the American civil rights movement. Born in 1929 in segregated Atlanta, Georgia, Martin Luther King, Jr. was deeply influenced by his religious upbringing and the teachings of nonviolence. As a Baptist minister, he led pivotal actions such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the 1963 March on Washington, where he delivered his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. The book highlights King’s courage, determination, and his unwavering belief in peaceful protest as a tool for change. Despite numerous challenges, including threats, imprisonment, and his assassination in 1968, King’s legacy endures as a symbol of equality and justice. Written for young readers, this biography blends historical facts with vivid storytelling to inspire future generations to stand for what is right.

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Series Title

Reading Corner : WHO HQ

Call Number

923.4 BAD w

Publisher

New York : Penguin Random House., 2008

Collation

105 hlm.: ilus.; 14 x 19 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

978-0-448-44723-0

Classification

923.4

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text

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Edition

1

Subject(s)

Civil Rights Movement
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Nonviolent protest
African American leaders
U.S. history

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