Pauli Murray: A Personal and Political Life

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Book Synopsis: The Rev. Dr. Anna Pauline “Pauli” Murray (1910–1985) was a trailblazing social activist, writer, lawyer, civil rights organizer, and campaigner for gender rights. In the 1930s and 1940s, she was active in radical left-wing political groups and helped innovate nonviolent protest strategies against segregation that would become iconic in later decades, and in the 1960s, she co-founded the National Organization for Women (NOW). In addition, Murray became the first African American to receive a Yale law doctorate and the first black woman to be ordained an Episcopal priest. Yet, behind her great public successes, Murray battled many personal demons, including bouts of poor physical and mental health, conflicts over her gender and sexual identities, family traumas, and financial difficulties. In this intimate biography, Troy Saxby provides the most comprehensive account of Murray’s inner life to date, revealing her struggles in poignant detail and deepening our understanding and admiration of her numerous achievements in the face of pronounced racism, homophobia, transphobia, and political persecution. Saxby interweaves the personal and the political, showing how the two are always entwined, to tell the life story of one of twentieth-century America’s most fascinating and inspirational figures.

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Discover the extraordinary life of Rev. Dr. Anna Pauline "Pauli" Murray in "Pauli Murray: A Personal and Political Life." This captivating biography takes you on a journey through the remarkable achievements and profound struggles of a trailblazing social activist, lawyer, and civil rights organizer. From her groundbreaking contributions to nonviolent protest strategies against segregation to her role as a founder of the National Organization for Women, Murray's impact on American history is unparalleled.

Uncover the triumphs and tribulations that shaped Murray's path as the first African American to earn a Yale law doctorate and the first black woman to be ordained as an Episcopal priest. This intimate biography delves into Murray's battles with poor physical and mental health, conflicts over her gender and sexual identities, family upheavals, and financial hardships. Through Troy Saxby's meticulous research, you'll gain a profound appreciation for Murray's resilience and determination in the face of systemic racism, homophobia, transphobia, and political persecution.

Saxby skillfully weaves together the personal and political aspects of Murray's life, offering a compelling narrative that highlights the indelible connection between the two. As you immerse yourself in Murray's story, you'll be inspired by her unwavering commitment to justice and equality. Now is the time to delve into the depths of this extraordinary figure and gain a deeper understanding and admiration for her numerous achievements that shaped twentieth-century America.

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