52 pages • 1 hour read
Martin Luther King Jr.Where Do We Go From Here
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1967A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Where Do We Go from Here by Martin Luther King Jr. is a nonfiction work exploring the future direction of the civil rights struggle, addressing themes such as economic injustice, the emergence of Black power, and the persistence of racism. King discusses nonviolent strategies, interracial alliances, and the need for a radical transformation of American society, emphasizing hope, justice, and love. The book discusses racism and the history of enslavement in America and contains outdated terms for African Americans.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Where Do We Go From Here is praised for its profound analysis of racial issues and compelling vision for social justice. Readers appreciate its hopeful yet realistic approach, though some feel it leans heavily on idealism. The book's meticulous arguments and King's eloquent prose are frequently highlighted as strengths.
Who Should Read Where Do We Go From Here?
An ideal reader for Martin Luther King Jr.'s Where Do We Go From Here is one who is passionate about social justice, civil rights, and thoughtful political analysis. If you appreciated works like Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow, or James Baldwin's The Fire Next Time, you'll find this book compelling and insightful.
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Reading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Emotions/Behavior: Hope
Identity: Masculinity
Race / Racism
History: World
Philosophy
Philosophy
Classic Fiction