Stokely: A Life

"Stokely" by Peniel E. Joseph offers a comprehensive biography of Stokely Carmichael, a prominent civil rights activist whose call for “Black Power” marked a pivotal moment in American history. The book explores Carmichael’s transformation from nonviolent protester to revolutionary leader, reflecting the wider societal shifts and frustrations of the late 1960s. With a nuanced and authoritative perspective, the biography highlights how Carmichael’s uncompromising vision influenced the fight for African American equality and self-determination.