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This pictorial history tells the story of the revolutionary Black Panther Party in the words of its co-founder, Bobby Seale.
Coming toward the end of America’s epic Civil Rights Movement, the Black Panther Party was one of the most creative and influential responses to racism and inequality in American history. They advocated armed self-defense to counter police brutality, and initiated a program of patrolling the police with shotguns―and law books.
In words and photographs, Power to the People explores the impact and achievements of this revolutionary organization. The words are Bobby Seale’s, with contributions by other former party members. The photographs are by Stephen Shames, the Panther’s most trusted documentarian. Power to the People is a testament to their warm association, combining Shames’s memorable images with Seale’s colorful in-depth commentary culled from many hours of conversation.
Shames also interviewed major party figures for this volume, including Kathleen Cleaver, Elbert “Big Man” Howard, Ericka Huggins, Emory Douglas, and William “Billy X” Jennings. His photography is supplemented with Panther ephemera and graphic art.
Publisher : Abrams Books; Illustrated edition (October 18, 2016)
Language : English
Hardcover : 256 pages
ISBN-10 : 1419722409
ISBN-13 : 978-1419722400
Item Weight : 2.94 pounds
Dimensions : 8.9 x 1 x 11.25 inches
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Customers find the book an engaging read with insightful content about one of history’s most powerful movements. They appreciate the original images that powerfully evoke the work and ideas of the Black Panthers. The book is described as beautiful, sturdy, and a good gift for history enthusiasts.
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