Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The Revolutionary Lives of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr

by Joseph, Peniel E.

Book - 2020

Learn about the two most visible and influential men in the Civil Rights Movement. Although they clashed on their beliefs of how best to achieve equal rig...Show more Learn about the two most visible and influential men in the Civil Rights Movement. Although they clashed on their beliefs of how best to achieve equal rights, their fates as leaders were intertwined. This book delves into what divided them, what brought them together, and how they each came to be. Show less

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The Promise and the Dream

The Untold Story of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy

by Margolick, David

eBook - 2018

Although the direct connection between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy was distant, their ideologies mirrored one another and their death...Show more Although the direct connection between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy was distant, their ideologies mirrored one another and their deaths in 1968 changed the nation; forever linking these two figures together. Pulling from a wide range of sources, see a strong portrayal of flawed but great men who fought for rights of the people. Show less

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Death of A King

The Real Story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Final Year

by Smiley, Tavis

Audiobook Cassette - 2014

Follow Martin Luther King Jr. in this audiobook that chronicles his final year of life. Hear how he dealt with the many trials and tribulations in that turbulent year and how societal perceptions of him changed during his life and after his death. Follow Martin Luther King Jr. in this audiobook that chronicles his final year of life. Hear how he dealt with the many trials and tribulations in that turbulent year and how societal perceptions of him changed during his life and after his death. Show less

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Selma

Blu-ray Disc - 2015

This film by Ava DuVernay portrays Dr. King during his voting rights campaign and the march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965. Witness the violenc...Show more This film by Ava DuVernay portrays Dr. King during his voting rights campaign and the march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965. Witness the violence they faced, the hope they brought, and the indomitable spirit of those fighting for civil rights. Show less

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Nine Days

The Race to Save Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life and Win the 1960 Election

by Kendrick, Stephen

Book - 2021

The 1960 election would determine how the decade would begin. Martin Luther King Jr. resided in jail during this critical time and pointed a spotlight on ...Show more The 1960 election would determine how the decade would begin. Martin Luther King Jr. resided in jail during this critical time and pointed a spotlight on the treatment of African Americans and people of color in the South. With his safety in jeopardy in prison, see how the soon to be elected President Kennedy and his staff took decisive action to free MLK Jr. and seal a political victory as well. Show less

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To the Promised Land

Martin Luther King and the Fight for Economic Justice

by Honey, Michael K.

Downloadable Audiobook - 2018

While Martin Luther King Jr. was an advocate for civil rights, he also focused his advocacy on economic inequality. Learn how he fought for unions and the...Show more While Martin Luther King Jr. was an advocate for civil rights, he also focused his advocacy on economic inequality. Learn how he fought for unions and the working class all while promoting his nonviolent approach to enacting change with this audiobook. Show less

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The Three Mothers

How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped A Nation

by Tubbs, Anna Malaika

Book - 2021

Including other important figures in the Civil Rights movement, this looks at the upbringing of King as well as Malcolm X and James Baldwin. Discover the ...Show more Including other important figures in the Civil Rights movement, this looks at the upbringing of King as well as Malcolm X and James Baldwin. Discover the stories of the mothers and their influential role in their children's lives as they embraced their activist roots and sought to face adversity head on. Show less

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I Am MLK Jr

Downloadable Video - 2018

This documentary film follows the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and describes his impact on society during his lifetime and in the present. Meet those who knew him in life and those who were inspired by his actions and his teachings. This documentary film follows the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and describes his impact on society during his lifetime and in the present. Meet those who knew him in life and those who were inspired by his actions and his teachings. Show less

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Going Down Jericho Road

The Memphis Strike, Martin Luther King's Last Campaign

by Honey, Michael K.

Book - 2007

In one of his last acts of advocacy, Martin Luther King Jr. fought for the rights of sanitation workers on strike in Memphis in 1968. See how his influenc...Show more In one of his last acts of advocacy, Martin Luther King Jr. fought for the rights of sanitation workers on strike in Memphis in 1968. See how his influence positively impacted the fight against poor working conditions, low wages, and employee mistreatment. Learn about his vision for working class people in the fight for equal rights. Show less

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All the Way

DVD - 2016

While President Lyndon Johnson is the primary focus of this drama, Martin Luther King Jr. plays a critical role in the political decisions made by the pre...Show more While President Lyndon Johnson is the primary focus of this drama, Martin Luther King Jr. plays a critical role in the political decisions made by the president. This movie presents a more political perspective of the work Martin Luther King Jr. did to help enact legislative change in order to directly impact societal changes. Show less

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Eyes on the Prize

America's Civil Rights Years, 1954-1965

by Williams, Juan

Audiobook Cassette - 2018

This book follows the demonstrations during the Civil Rights Movement as well as presenting the people who fought to end discrimination. See the role Mart...Show more This book follows the demonstrations during the Civil Rights Movement as well as presenting the people who fought to end discrimination. See the role Martin Luther King Jr. played in each of these events and learn about lesser known figures who were also just as critical to the movement's progress. Show less

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Selma, Lord, Selma

DVD - 2003

A television movie that follows a young girl and her perspective on the right-to-vote movement and the high racial tension occurring where she lives: Selm...Show more A television movie that follows a young girl and her perspective on the right-to-vote movement and the high racial tension occurring where she lives: Selma, Alabama. Based on a true story of a young woman who after meeting Martin Luther King Jr. was inspired to join the movement. Show less

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