The King Years: Historic Moments in the Civil Rights Movement

The essential moments of the Civil Rights Movement are set in historical context by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the magisterial America in the King Years trilogyParting the Waters; Pillar of Fire; and At Canaans Edge. Taylor Branch, author of the Pulitzer Prizewinning America in the King Years trilogy, presents selections from his monumental work that recount the essential moments of the Civil Rights Movement. A masterpiece of storytelling on race and democracy, violence and nonviolence, The King Years delivers riveting tales of everyday heroes whose stories inspire us still. Here is the full sweep of an era that transformed America and continues to offer crucial lessons for todays world. This vital primer amply fulfills Branchs dedication: For students of freedom and teachers of history.