The Everything Martin Luther King Jr. Book

Discover the dream, the movement, and the man. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the most inspirational figures in American history. From his march on Washington to his time in a Birmingham jail, King's life and work continue to have a profound effect on our nation. The Everything(r) Martin Luther King Jr. Book explores King's life, times and influence. Fascinating facts and little-known details you'll find in this audio include: * His upbringing, education, and nonviolent-resistance influences * The inspiration for his famous "I Have a Dream" speech * His relationship with the Black Power movement * His private life as a friend, husband, and father Jessica McElrath is the About.com Guide to African-American History. She received a juris doctor degree from Santa Clara University School of Law and a bachelor's of art in history from the University of California, Berkeley. She lives in California. Rev. Dale P. Andrews, Ph.D., is the Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Homiletics and Pastoral Theology at Boston University's School of Theology, which is where King received his doctorate. Rev. Andrews has received numerous fellowships and awards, and has authored or coauthored several books and edited volumes. He lives in Boston, MA. On the afternoon of April 4th, 1968, Martin Luther King, Jr. was planning to have dinner at the home of Reverend Billy Kyles, a close friend and supporter. Reverend Kyles was standing near Dr. King when he was assassinated. Rushing to get home from baseball practice so he could join the group for dinner was Dwain Kyles, Billy's son, and your narrator for this book. Dwain J. Kyles is an attorney and businessman. Dwain's father still travels the country, speaking to groups and organizations about the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.