Angela Davis: An Autobiography by Angela Davis

Angela Davis: An Autobiography

by Angela Y. Davis

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Angela Davis's autobiography is a powerful and inspiring account of her life and activism. Davis has been a lifelong advocate for social justice, and her work has had a profound impact on the world. In her autobiography, Davis shares her personal experiences with racism, sexism, and poverty, and she offers a unique perspective on the history of the civil rights movement.

Davis's writing is clear and concise, and her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Angela Davis: An Autobiography is a must-read for anyone interested in social justice or the history of the civil rights movement.

Early Life and Education

Angela Davis was born in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1944. She grew up in a segregated society, and she witnessed firsthand the horrors of racism. Davis's parents were both educators, and they instilled in her a love of learning and a commitment to social justice.

Davis attended Brandeis University, where she studied philosophy. She was a brilliant student, and she quickly became involved in the civil rights movement. Davis joined the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC),and she worked to register black voters in the South.

Black Panther Party

In 1969, Davis joined the Black Panther Party. The Black Panther Party was a radical organization that advocated for black power and self-defense. Davis became a prominent spokesperson for the Black Panther Party, and she spoke out against racism and police brutality.

In 1970, Davis was arrested and charged with conspiracy to murder. She was accused of providing guns to the Soledad Brothers, who were three black prisoners who had been accused of killing a white guard. Davis spent 16 months in jail, and she was eventually acquitted of all charges.

Later Career

After her release from jail, Davis continued to be an active advocate for social justice. She taught at several universities, and she wrote several books on race, gender, and class. Davis has also been a vocal critic of the prison system, and she has worked to reform the criminal justice system.

Today, Angela Davis is one of the most respected and influential activists in the world. She has been a lifelong advocate for social justice, and her work has had a profound impact on the world. Angela Davis: An Autobiography is a powerful and inspiring account of her life and activism.

Angela Davis: An Autobiography

by Angela Y. Davis

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	833 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	471 pages

FREE