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Pillar of Fire: America in the King Years 1963-65

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Pillar of Fire: America in the King Years 1963-65

by Taylor Branch

4.8 out of 5

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Pillar of Fire is the second volume in the acclaimed trilogy by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Taylor Branch, which chronicles the life and times of Martin Luther King Jr. and the American Civil Rights Movement. This gripping and deeply researched account focuses on the transformative years of 1963-65, a period that saw some of the most significant events in the struggle for racial equality.

Branch draws on a vast array of sources, including archival materials, interviews with key figures, and King's own writings and speeches. He provides a nuanced and insightful portrait of King, capturing both his brilliance and his humanity. Branch also offers a vivid and detailed account of the events of the period, from the March on Washington to the Selma to Montgomery marches. He shows how King's nonviolent philosophy and his ability to inspire and mobilize people were instrumental in bringing about real and lasting change.

Pillar of Fire is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil Rights Movement, American history, or the life of Martin Luther King Jr. It is a powerful and moving account of a time when the United States grappled with its own deep-seated racism and took steps toward a more just and equal society.

Reviews

"A magisterial work of history that is both deeply moving and intellectually stimulating. Taylor Branch has written the definitive account of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and the Civil Rights Movement." -Henry Louis Gates Jr.

"A tour de force of historical scholarship. Branch's writing is both lyrical and incisive, and he brings the events of the Civil Rights Movement to life in a way that is both immediate and unforgettable." -David Garrow

"A masterpiece of narrative history. Branch has created a work that is both a gripping read and a profound meditation on the nature of race and justice in America." -Jon Meacham

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If you are interested in learning more about the Civil Rights Movement or the life of Martin Luther King Jr., I highly recommend reading Pillar of Fire. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it.

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Pillar of Fire: America in the King Years 1963-65

by Taylor Branch

4.8 out of 5