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With an introduction written in the voice of Martin Luther King, Jr. himself, this engaging biography takes me on one of the most important historical movements of the twentieth century—the nonviolent campaign for African American equality inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr. His life story is glued together with the history of a nation still struggling with civil rights issues. From his teenage years marred by discrimination and segregation, to his powerful speech at the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. represented the bedrock of American values and helped the nation realize its dream of equality for all the people who live in this world.

5 FACTS ABOUT MARTIN LUTHIER KING JR.

• Martin was born on January 15,1929
• Martin graduated high school when he was only 15 years old
• Martin's first real job was as the minister of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church
• Martin was sent to jail many times for participating in all kinds of protests
• Martin's biggest hero was the Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi

HE FULFILLED HIS DREAM