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Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community? Paperback - 2010

by Martin Luther King; Foreword by Coretta Scott King; Introduction by Vincent Harding

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In 1967, Dr. King, isolated himself from the demands of the civil rights movement, rented a house in Jamaica with no telephone, and labored over his final manuscript. This significantly prophetic work, which has been unavailable for more than 10 years, provides King's acute analysis of American race relations and the state of the movement after a decade of civil rights efforts.

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This seller has earned a 4.62 of 5 Stars rating from internet customers.
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Readers portray Martin Luther King Jr.’s final book as a forceful, prescient manifesto that overturns the sanitized image of him, foregrounding his radical demands for economic justice, nonviolence, and a moral critique of racism, poverty, and militarism. Many find it painfully relevant today, praising its eloquence, clarity, and strategic rigor—especially on guaranteed income, political power, and organizing beyond one-off protests. Reviewers highlight his unsparing assessments of Black Power, riots, white backlash, and the Vietnam War, alongside the world-weariness of his final years. While some flag dated or debatable passages, the consensus deems it essential, even ‘required,’ reading that still challenges citizens and leaders to act.

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The final book by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in which we find we an acute analysis of American race relations and the state of the movement after a decade of civil rights efforts.

"In this book--his last grand expression of his vision--he put forward his most prophetic challenge to powers that be and his most progressive program for the wretched of the earth."--Cornel West

In 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., isolated himself, rented a house in Jamaica with no telephone, and labored over his final manuscript. In this significantly prophetic work, we find King's acute analysis of American race relations and the state of the movement after a decade of civil rights efforts.

Here he lays out his thoughts, plans, and dreams for America's future, including the need for better jobs, higher wages, decent housing, and quality education. With a universal message of hope that continues to resonate, King demanded an end to global suffering, powerfully asserting that humankind--for the first time--has the resources and technology to eradicate poverty.

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  • Title Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?
  • Author Martin Luther King; Foreword by Coretta Scott King; Introduction by Vincent Harding
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Good Condition
  • Pages 256
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Beacon Press, Boston
  • Publication date 2010-01-01
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
  • ISBN 9780807000670 / 0807000671
  • Weight 0.68 lbs (0.31 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.7 in (21.34 x 13.72 x 1.78 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 1960's
    • Ethnic Orientation: African American
    • Ethnic Orientation: Multicultural
    • Topical: Black History
  • Category Ethnic Issues
  • Library of Congress subjects United States - Race relations, Racism - United States
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2009035950
  • Dewey Decimal Code 323.119

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Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the greatest organic intellectuals in American history. His unique ability to connect the life of the mind to the struggle for freedom is legendary, and in this book-his last grand expression of his vision-he put forward his most prophetic challenge to powers that be and his most progressive program for the wretched of the earth.—Cornel West, professor of religion and African American studies, Princeton University, and author of Race Matters

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968), Nobel Peace Prize laureate and architect of the nonviolent civil rights movement, was among the twentieth century's most influential figures. One of the greatest orators in US history, King also authored several books, including Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story, Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, and Why We Can't Wait. His speeches, sermons, and writings are inspirational and timeless. King was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4, 1968.
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