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MLK Stride Toward Freedom Signed

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MLK Stride Toward Freedom Signed
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. signed copy of his first book ''Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story.'' New York: Harper and Row Publishers: 1958. King signs the rear free endpaper ''Best Wishes / Martin L. King Jr.'' King's classic account of the Montgomery bus strike quickly became a classic template for nonviolent resistance. In this rare book, King cites the philosophies of Gandhi as his major inspiration: ''…Prior to reading Gandhi, I had about concluded that the ethics of Jesus were only effective in individual relationships. The 'turn the other cheek' philosophy and 'love your enemies' philosophy were only valid, I felt, when individuals were in conflict with other individuals. When racial groups and nations were in conflict a more realistic approach seemed necessary. But after reading Gandhi, I saw how utterly mistaken I was…'' First edition, second printing with I-H on copyright page, book measures 5.5'' x 8.5'' and runs 230pp. Turquoise and black-striped boards with silver lettering. Covers show minor wear and corner fraying at bottom edge. Very good condition. Signature page features bold, exceptional example of Dr. King's autograph.