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Martin and Malcolm and America: A Dream or a Nightmare?

James H. Cone

Paperback | Pages: 358 pages

Rating: 4.38 | 1423 Users | 43 Reviews

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Original Title:	Martin and Malcolm and America: A Dream or a Nightmare?
ISBN:	0883448246 (ISBN13: 9780883448243)
Edition Language:	English

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Professor Cone has done much research in comparing the lives, careers, and teachings of the two leading figures of the Civil Rights Movement and Black Power Movement: Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, whose lives were both cut short by assassins. Cone argues that each was important in his own right, and the product of their upbringing, with Martin growing up as a middle class black preacher's son in the South while Malcolm grew up dirt poor in the ghettos of the North (Lansing, Harlem) and served time in prison. Martin was a non-violent integrationist with a dream whereas Malcolm was a brash separatist living a nightmare, calling for self-defense. Martin had a broad appeal to whites and Christians whereas Malcolm's appeal was more limited to the radical and poor, but his contribution to the civil rights movement has been under-recognized, especially as it complemented Martin's work. Malcolm spent too many years under the shackles of Elijah Mohammad, which precluded his participation in politics, and it was not until his censure and separation when he broadened his activity, mind with greater international exposure that he became most enlightened and willing to work together. I liked the characterization of Malcolm as a "field nigger" and Martin as a "house nigger" insightful. However, I disagree with Cone's attempt to characterize the two as friends, especially with Martin's steadfast refusals to meet with Malcolm.

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Title	:	Martin and Malcolm and America: A Dream or a Nightmare?
Author	:	James H. Cone
Book Format	:	Paperback
Book Edition	:	Special Edition
Pages	:	Pages: 358 pages
Published	:	September 1st 1992 by Orbis Books (first published 1991)
Categories	:	History. Nonfiction. Politics. Race. Religion. Theology. Biography

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Professor Cone has done much research in comparing the lives, careers, and teachings of the two leading figures of the Civil Rights Movement and Black Power Movement: Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, whose lives were both cut short by assassins. Cone argues that each was important in his own right, and the product of their upbringing, with Martin growing up as a middle class black preacher's son in the South while Malcolm grew up dirt poor in the ghettos of the North (Lansing, Harlem) and

Amazing text by liberation theologian James Cone. Provides a very nuanced discussion about Malcolm and Martin's importance to the black community, the world, and most importantly each other. He argues that each man needed the other in order to reach their greatest potential. Great read! Highly recommended.

This book talks about the 2 men that were mainly responsible for bringing the world African American to the English dictionary! Malcom X=African , Martin Luther King jr= American. It provides a rich history of the of the civil rights struggle in USA ~1950-1965 The writer is an African American university Professor who specializes in Christian theology, African American history, and is deeply in love with both Characters. He was successfully able to tell the background story of both characters,

* Understanding Oppression: African American Rights (Then and Now)A theologian questions if Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X were as much polar opposites as is popularly thought. #civilrightsmovement

I read this in the mid 90s at some point and really want to re-read it again.

Excellent comparative analysis of these black luminaries, ultimately revealing that they were more alike and in sync in the black struggle, rather than at odds or antagonistic as so frequently portrayed. Best of all, Dr. Cone offers legitimate critiques of their philosophies of sex and class (and where they would stand on those issues in modern times), and relates them as brilliant, organic, and authentic leaders who were not above the people they fought for, but one with and among them.

Speak the truth, hear the truth, see the truthMalcom X has been an image I try to live up to, the most important (for me) is to respect the truth enough to change your mind and opinions. I hadnt known how much Malcom X and Martin King complemented and informed each other.