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Famous Lives: Martin Luther King

Famous Lives

Anna Claybourne

No. of pages 48

Published: 2002

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Great for age 7-11 years

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This book looks at the amazing life of Martin Luther King, whose message of peace changed American history. Born in 1929, King was a Baptist preacher who went on to fight racism and segregation in an unfair American society. Readers will follow the struggles and triumphs that eventually led to the 1964 Civil Rights Act and more equality for all citizens. The book provides a fascinating look at what life was like in America at this time. Containing quotation panels, including letters and diary extracts. Also includes a date chart, glossary and index.

This book is part of a book series called Famous Lives .

This book is aimed at children in primary school.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2002 by Hachette Children's Group .

Anna Claybourne has been a writer and editor of children's non-fiction for over eight years.

This book is in the following series:

Famous Lives
An ideal introduction to important characters from the past.