David J. Garrow
David John Garrow is an American historian and author known for his work on the civil rights movement and the life of Martin Luther King Jr. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography in 1987 for his book 'Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference.'
Books
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1. Bearing the Cross
Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference
"Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference" is a comprehensive biography of Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on his leadership role in the Civil Rights Movement. The book provides an in-depth analysis of King's philosophy, political strategies, and his relationship with the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. It also explores King's personal struggles, his moral courage, and his unwavering commitment to nonviolent protest in the face of extreme opposition. The book is based on extensive research, including interviews with King's closest associates, government investigations, and surveillance records.
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