Martin Luther King Jr.: The Life of a Civil Rights Leader (graphic novel)
Martin Luther King Jr.: The Life of a Civil Rights Leader (graphic novel) by Gary Jeffrey, illustrated by Chris Forsey. 48 pages.A biography telling the life story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., & his leadership in the civil rights movement to stop racism, segregation, & discrimination in the U.S.. Written in graphic-novel format.The upheaval & unrest of the civil rights era paved the way for fabulous leaders. Martin Luther King Jr. emerged as one of the exceptionally important voices in American history, leading the fight for equality & justice for the Black community. Readers learn how a child who attended segregated schools in Atlanta rose to become a prominent national figure who led protest marches, met w/ presidents, won a Nobel Peace Prize, & inspired a nation. They will discover how Dr. King rallied thousands to the cause of equality and, in doing so, became a household name and a treasured national icon.*Note: there is an ink stamped property of & name on the inside cover