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OverviewThe first collection of King's essential writings for high school students and young people A Time to Break Silence presents Martin Luther King, Jr.'s most important writings and speeches--carefully selected by teachers across a variety of disciplines--in an accessible and user-friendly volume. Now, for the first time, teachers and students will be able to access Dr. King's writings not only electronically but in stand-alone book form. Arranged thematically in five parts, the collection includes nineteen selections and is introduced by award-winning author Walter Dean Myers. Included are some of Dr. King's most well-known and frequently taught classic works, including Letter from Birmingham Jail and I Have a Dream, as well as lesser-known pieces such as The Sword that Heals and What Is Your Life's Blueprint? that speak to issues young people face today. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Martin Luther King, Jr. , Walter Dean MyersPublisher: Perfection Learning Imprint: Perfection Learning Volume: 10 Dimensions: Width: 15.00cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.522kg ISBN: 9781627655279ISBN 10: 1627655271 Pages: 272 Publication Date: 05 November 2013 Recommended Age: From 14 to 17 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationDr. 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 was the author of several books, including Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story, The Trumpet of Conscience, Why We Can't Wait, and Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community? His speeches, sermons, and writings are inspirational and timeless. King was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4, 1968. Walter Dean Myers is the critically acclaimed best-selling author of more than eighty books for children and young adults. In 2012, Myers was named National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |