Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop
Narrated by Karen Chilton
- Released
- September 30, 2022
- Length
- 25 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Recorded Books
In this poignant audiobook, nine-year-old Lorraine Jackson becomes an emblem of hope during the Sanitation Strike of 1968 in Memphis, as she joins her father and community in their fight for equal rights and safer working conditions. Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s sermon just before his tragic assassination, Lorraine's story highlights resilience amidst despair. Author Alice Faye Duncan weaves together poetry and prose to reveal the real-life impact of this pivotal moment in history, showcasing the enduring spirit of those who dare to dream and persevere.
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