Rising Star
In 'Rising Star', David Garrow unveils the compelling journey of one of America's most iconic figures amidst the turbulent backdrop of the civil rights movement. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Garrow captures the complexities of this brilliant leader's rise to fame and the societal challenges he faced. As personal and political struggles intertwine, readers are drawn into an intimate portrait of a man determined to change the world. This powerful biography not only highlights key events but also delves into the emotional depths of its subject’s life. Prepare to be captivated by a narrative that reveals the man behind the legend, leaving you questioning the costs of greatness.
By David Garrow
Published: 2017
"In the bright light of hope, we often ignore the shadows of history that shape our paths; yet it is in understanding those shadows that we find our true strength to rise."
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David Garrow
David Garrow is an esteemed American historian and author, best known for his extensive research on the civil rights movement and his biographies of key figures in American history. His notable works include 'Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference,' which won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography in 1987, and 'Liberty and Sexuality: The Right to Choose.' Garrow's writing is characterized by thorough research, scholarly depth, and an engaging narrative style that brings historical figures and events to life, making significant contributions to the understanding of American civil rights and social justice.
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- Authors
- David Garrow
- Published
- May 2017
- Publisher
- William Morrow
- ISBN
- 0062641832
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 1280
- Genres
- BiographyActivists and Social LeadersPolitical BiographiesPolitics and Current Affairs
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Rising Star
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