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'King: A Life' and 'A Day in the Life of Abed Salama' are Pulitzer Prize winners

NPR's Book of the Day

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The Early Influences of Martin Luther King Jr.

This chapter examines the early life of Martin Luther King Jr. and the significant role his upbringing played in shaping his future activism. It explores the contrast between his father’s challenging past and King’s own privileged childhood, detailing how these experiences influenced his leadership style and commitment to social justice.

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