Martin Luther King and Malcolm X - two very different men with a very similar goal: to end racial division and strife in the United States at a time when discrimination and violence were at all-time highs.Their stories seem miles apart. One was raised as a devout Baptist; the other abandoned the faith early on and was later drawn toward Islam. One eschewed any form of violence; the other permitted it as a means of defense. Yet despite their many differences; Gabriel Scott reminds readers of the common goal that ultimately united the missions of these two men: to end the racial prejudice that had threatened the welfare and freedom of millions of African-Americans for far too long. As Scott examines the lives of these dynamic 1960s leaders in The ''Chosen'' Ones: Perception of Malcolm and Martin; he delivers a fascinating glimpse at each man's gifts; leadership style; strengths; vision; religion; and - ultimately - their untimely deaths. His insights culminate in an examination of what each man left behind: a powerful legacy that still inspires; motivates; and transforms the lives of men; women; and children from all backgrounds.
#1712488 in Books Applewood Books 2008-08-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .50 x 6.00l; .71 #File Name: 1429014830220 pages
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Perspective!By justiceThis is not about changing a persons mind in favor of slavery. It gives first hand observations of slavery and views of southerners at that time. Not years later! Right then and there. By broadening your perspective and understanding of slavery you can understand the bigger picture as it relates to our history and where we are now.10 of 12 people found the following review helpful. What "slavery" was really like; and its not what you were told in school!By GloriaWow! This book is an eye-opener! This book was written by Nehemiah Adams in the 1850's. He was a clergy from the North who traveled to the South; and tells what he saw. He was basically shocked and surprised to see the "slaves" were happy; well-dressed; and treated with dignity. Not at all like he thought; and not at all like is being taught in the politically correct version of history. History is supposed to be facts; not fiction or fantasy. And while I'm on the subject; did you know that Uncle Tom's Cabin was strictly a work of fiction? Harriett Beacher Stowe made it up. And; she hadn't even been to the South to know what it was like! Unfortunately; there was no disclaimer written in her book to say this; so people actually believed (and still do believe; unfortunately) what she said and took it as truth!!!So; if you want to find out for yourself what "slavery" was like in the South (which was really servitude and not slavery); read this eye-witness account and find out. It's time for the truth to be told!2 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Through rose colored glasses...By CustomerIn Regard to Gloria's comment about Harriet Beecher Stowe's book; Uncle Tom's Cabin being "Made up" I would refer you to her book "A Key to Uncle Tom's Cabin." The entire book is the background information that Harriet based her book on. It is not an easy read; as it is mentioned as documentation for the other book. It also includes mention of the Abolitionist Delia Webster; Rev. Calvin Fairbanks and their imprisonment for taking the family of escaped slaves Mr. Lewis Hayden; his wife and son; to freedom from Kentucky to Ohio in 1854. Delia Webster went to speaking engagements with Mr. Adams and is mentioned numerous times in newspaper records.
