
Against the Hounds of Hell: A Life of Howard Thurman
بواسطة
Peter Eisenstadt
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Biography
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تنسيق
غلاف صلب
صفحات
544
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Feb 23, 2021
الناشر
University of Virginia Press
رقم ISBN-10
081394452X
رقم ISBN-13
9780813944524
الوصف
Peter Eisenstadt's exploration of Howard Thurman's life unveils the profound impact this visionary thinker had on the civil rights movement. As a spiritual leader and a scholar, Thurman's ideas resonated powerfully with figures such as Martin Luther King Jr. and James Farmer, shaping their philosophies and strategies in the pursuit of justice and equality.
Eisenstadt intricately weaves Thurman's experiences, from his early life to his pivotal role in fostering a nonviolent approach to social change. Through vivid anecdotes and thoughtful analysis, readers encounter Thurman’s deep faith and commitment to understanding the plight of marginalized communities, revealing a man whose beliefs extended beyond traditional boundaries.
Through this compelling narrative, Thurman emerges not only as a critical influence on civil rights leaders but also as a prophetic voice advocating for love and understanding amidst chaos. Eisenstadt’s work invites readers to reconsider the legacy of a man who championed the profound connections between spirituality and social justice.
Eisenstadt intricately weaves Thurman's experiences, from his early life to his pivotal role in fostering a nonviolent approach to social change. Through vivid anecdotes and thoughtful analysis, readers encounter Thurman’s deep faith and commitment to understanding the plight of marginalized communities, revealing a man whose beliefs extended beyond traditional boundaries.
Through this compelling narrative, Thurman emerges not only as a critical influence on civil rights leaders but also as a prophetic voice advocating for love and understanding amidst chaos. Eisenstadt’s work invites readers to reconsider the legacy of a man who championed the profound connections between spirituality and social justice.