A professor of history and the noted author and editor of several books on the civil rights struggle, Dr. Clayborne Carson was selected by the estate of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., to edit and publish Dr. King's papers. Drawing upon an unprecedented archive of King's own words--including unpublished letters and diaries, as well as video footage and recordings--Dr. Carson creates an unforgettable self-portrait of Dr. King. In his own vivid, compassionate voice, here is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as student, minister, husband, father, and world leader . . . as well as a rich, moving chronicle of a people and a nation in the face of powerful--and still resonating--change.

The inspiring, never-before-published autobiography of the world's greatest civil rights leader--constructed from his writings, correspondence, and interviews, many of them never before made public.

"Valuable . . . worthy . . . King was consistently eloquent and polished, a master of word and effect, possessed of a voice that was unmistakable and true."

 

"Revealing . . . comprehensive . . . brings King's spirit to life, leaving us finally not with a larger-than-life icon, but with a man full of humor, humility, and honor."

 

"Exceptionally successful . . . illuminates the intellectual underpinnings of King's courage."

 

"Highest recommendation . . . compelling . . . Carson creates an eloquent and expressive narrative [and] lets MLK's distinct first-person perspective resonate through the book."

 

"A stunning re-creation, persuasive in the feeling of its authenticity . . . Carson succeeds admirably. . . . Reveals the humanity of a man who is now almost an icon."

 

"A fascinating, often insightful look at one of the greatest Americans. . . . Carson [provides] a full treatment of King's emergence as a national figure . . . [and gives] a useful overview of his life and achievements."

 

"Remarkable . . . Dr. King speaks eloquently and powerfully through these pages and affords readers a privileged look into his mind and heart. . . . Read this book. If it does nothing else, it will remind you of a voice we sorely miss."

 

"Carson has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of King that is brought to bear in this work."

 

 

The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. by Clayborne Carson, Ph.D
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