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Assata: An Autobiography
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On May 2, 1973, Black Panther Assata Shakur (Aka Joanne Chesimard) Lay In A Hospital, Close To Death, Handcuffed To Her Bed, While Local, State, And Federal Police Attempted To Question Her About The Shootout On The New Jersey Turnpike That Had Claimed The Life Of A White State Trooper. Long A Target Of J. Edgar Hoover'S Campaign To Defame, Infiltrate, And Criminalize Black Nationalist Organizations And Their Leaders, Shakur Was Incarcerated For Four Years Prior To Her Conviction On Flimsy Evidence In 1977 As An Accomplice To Murder.This Intensely Personal And Political Autobiography Belies The Fearsome Image Of Joanne Chesimard Long Projected By The Media And The State. With Wit And Candor, Assata Shakur Recounts The Experiences That Led Her To A Life Of Activism And Portrays The Strengths, Weaknesses, And Eventual Demise Of Black And White Revolutionary Groups At The Hand Of Government Officials. The Result Is A Signal Contribution To The Literature About Growing Up Black In America That Has Already Taken Its Place Alongside The Autobiography Of Malcolm X And The Works Of Maya Angelou.Two Years After Her Conviction, Assata Shakur Escaped From Prison. She Was Given Political Asylum By Cuba, Where She Now Resides.
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- Q: What is 'Assata: An Autobiography' about? A: 'Assata: An Autobiography' is a personal and political narrative by Black Panther Assata Shakur, chronicling her life experiences, activism, and the challenges she faced, including her wrongful conviction and eventual escape from prison.
- Q: Who is the author of this autobiography? A: The author of 'Assata: An Autobiography' is Assata Shakur, also known as JoAnne Chesimard, a prominent activist and member of the Black Panther Party.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'Assata: An Autobiography' has a total of 296 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Assata: An Autobiography' was published on November 1, 2001.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the First Edition of 'Assata: An Autobiography'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Assata: An Autobiography' provides valuable insights into the Black liberation movement and can be a useful resource for academic research on race, activism, and criminal justice.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Assata: An Autobiography' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in the autobiography? A: The autobiography explores themes of systemic racism, activism, the criminal justice system, and the personal experiences of Black individuals in America.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for someone interested in Black history? A: Yes, 'Assata: An Autobiography' is an impactful read and makes a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in Black history and social justice.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Assata: An Autobiography' is in New condition.