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King

A Life

Jonathan Eig

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King (2023) is a compelling biography of Martin Luther King. It tells the story of a man, not a saint, who had a remarkable career. His life was cut short at the age of 39, but in his 13-year career King’s vision of a United States based on equality and justice for all, lives on.

Who Should Listen to King?

  • History lovers particularly interested in the history of social justice movements
  • Civil rights activists and advocates inspired by King’s life and strategies
  • Inspiration seekers wanting to learn from a story of struggle, resilience, and monumental impact

About the Author: Jonathan Eig

Jonathan Eig has authored six books, four of which are New York Times best sellers. Prior to writing King, Eig wrote a biography of Mohammed Ali, which many consider to be one of the best sports biographies of all time. His other books include Luckiest Man and The Birth of the Pill.

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