50 pages • 1 hour read
416
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1960s-1970s
1974
Adult
18+ years
Angela Davis: An Autobiography by Angela Y. Davis recounts her journey as a political activist, her involvement with the Black liberation movement, and her membership in the Communist Party, culminating in her imprisonment and 1972 acquittal for charges related to a 1970 Marin County Courthouse uprising. The book highlights systemic racism, her trial, and her lifelong commitment to advocating for political prisoners' rights.
Informative
Inspirational
Challenging
Angela Davis by Angela Y. Davis is praised for its insightful exploration of social justice, resistance, and Davis's life. Reviewers commend its compelling narrative and intellectual rigor. However, some critics mention its dense academic language and occasional lack of personal anecdotes. Overall, it is a powerful and informative read for those interested in activism and history.
Readers who would enjoy Angela Davis by Angela Y. Davis are often interested in social justice, civil rights, and feminist theory. Fans of Assata by Assata Shakur and The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X and Alex Haley will find this memoir compelling due to its powerful narrative on activism and resistance.
416
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1960s-1970s
1974
Adult
18+ years
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