| Description |
xiii, 140 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Foreword / Angela Davis -- Preface -- Introduction to James M. Lawson's talks, dialogues, and interviews / Michael K. Honey -- The power of nonviolence in the fight for racial justice -- Understanding violence and nonviolence -- Steps of a nonviolent protest or movement -- Examples of social change through nonviolence -- Where do we go from here? -- You have to do the truth part first : a dialogue between Rev. James M. Lawson Jr. and Bryan Stevenson -- A brief biography of James M. Lawson Jr. / Kent Wong. |
| Summary |
"Despite the rich history of nonviolent philosophy, many people today are unfamiliar with the basic principles and practices of nonviolence--even as these concepts have guided so many direct-action movements to overturn forms of racial apartheid, military and police violence, and dictatorships around the world. Revolutionary Nonviolence is a crucial resource on the long history of nonviolent philosophy through the teachings of Rev. James M. Lawson, one of the great practitioners of revolution through deliberate and sustained nonviolence. His ongoing work demonstrates how we can overcome violence and oppression through organized direct action, presenting a powerful roadmap for a new generation of activists. Rev. Lawson's work as a theologian, pastor, and social change activist has inspired hope and liberation for more than sixty years. To hear and see him speak is to experience the power of the prophetic tradition in the African American and social gospel. In Revolutionary Nonviolence, Michael K. Honey and Kent Wong reflect on Rev. Lawson's talks and dialogues, from his speeches at the Nashville sit-in movement in 1960 to his lectures in the current UCLA curriculum. This volume provides a comprehensive introduction to Rev. Lawson's teachings on how to center nonviolence in successfully organizing for change"-- Provided by publisher. |
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Lawson, James M., 1928-
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Nonviolence.
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Lawson, James M., 1928- (OCoLC)fst00437746
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Nonviolence. (OCoLC)fst01039027
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| Added Author |
Honey, Michael K., editor, contributor.
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Wong, Kent, editor, contributor.
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Davis, Angela Y. (Angela Yvonne), 1944- writer of foreword.
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| ISBN |
9780520387843 hardcover |
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0520387848 hardcover |
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9780520387850 electronic book |
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