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Book Synopsis: Although he is best known as a mentor to the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., Howard Thurman (1900–1981) was an exceptional philosopher and public intellectual in his own right. In Howard Thurman: Philosophy, Civil Rights, and the Search for Common Ground, Kipton E. Jensen provides new ways of understanding Thurman's foundational role in and broad influence on the civil rights movement and argues persuasively that he is one of the unsung heroes of that time. While Thurman's profound influence on King has been documented, Jensen shows how Thurman's reach extended to an entire generation of activists. Thurman espoused a unique brand of personalism. Jensen explicates Thurman's construction of a philosophy on nonviolence and the political power of love. Showing how Thurman was a "social activist mystic" as well as a pragmatist, Jensen explains how these beliefs helped provide the foundation for King's notion of the beloved community. Throughout his life Thurman strove to create a climate of "inner unity of fellowship that went beyond the barriers of race, class, and tradition." In this volume Jensen meticulously documents and analyzes Thurman as a philosopher, activist, and peacemaker and illuminates his vital and founding role in and contributions to the monumental achievements of the civil rights era.
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Discover the untold story of Howard Thurman, the extraordinary philosopher and influential public intellectual in his own right, in the captivating book, Howard Thurman: Philosophy, Civil Rights, and the Search for Common Ground. Written by Kipton E. Jensen, this thought-provoking work sheds light on Thurman's crucial role in the civil rights movement, positioning him as one of the unsung heroes of that pivotal time.
Delve into Thurman's unique philosophy of nonviolence and the profound power of love as political forces, meticulously explained by Jensen. Thurman's teachings on personalism provide a fresh perspective to the civil rights movement, extending far beyond his mentorship of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. Jensen highlights Thurman's transformative influence on an entire generation of activists, demonstrating how his ideas shaped King's vision of the beloved community.
Thurman's vision went beyond the limitations of race, class, and tradition. He aimed to create an atmosphere of unity and fellowship, fostering an inner bond that transcended societal divisions. Through extensive research and analysis, Jensen paints a vivid portrait of Thurman as a philosopher, activist, and peacemaker. You won't want to miss the exploration of Thurman's exceptional contributions to the monumental achievements of the civil rights era.
Immerse yourself in the intellectual journey of Howard Thurman, a true visionary who profoundly impacted American history. Order Howard Thurman: Philosophy, Civil Rights, and the Search for Common Ground now and join the ranks of those who are uncovering the hidden brilliance of this remarkable thinker.
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