Author(s): Josh Gregory
Format: Paperback
No. of Pages: 48
Publisher: C. Press/F. Watts Trade
Language: English
Date Published: 2015-02-01
Dimensions: 175 x 206 x 5mm
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Illustrations: Illustrations, unspecified

As one of the most influential leaders of the American civil rights movement in the 1950s and 60s, Martin Luther King, Jr., is a towering figure in U.S. history. Readers will explore King's life, from his boyhood in Atlanta to his triumphant successes in breaking down the barriers of racism and segregation. They will also find out how King was influenced by peaceful leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi and how his words and accomplishments are celebrated today.