{"title":"Assata Shakur","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the powerful narrative of \u003cem\u003eAssata Shakur\u003c\/em\u003e, a figure whose life and story resonate as profoundly today as they did in the past. As a vital voice in the realms of activism and social justice, Assata Shakur's writings offer a compelling glimpse into her experiences and ideologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her autobiography, \u003cem\u003eAssata: An Autobiography\u003c\/em\u003e, she provides a vivid first-hand account of her journey as a Black Panther and a key member of the Black Liberation Army. This memoir delves deep into her life, detailing her childhood struggles, the challenges she faced as a political activist, and her controversial experiences within the American justice system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssata Shakur's books are not just narratives of her life; they are windows into a crucial period of American history, providing insights into racial politics, resilience, and the fight for equality. Each page invites readers to question, empathise, and grow in understanding of the continuous struggle for civil rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those interested in \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e, Assata Shakur's works offer both a personal perspective and broader social commentary. Explore her collection to engage with a transformative voice that inspires action and reflection through the power of words.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"assata-by-assata-shakur-9781556520747","title":"Assata","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLong 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a signal contribution to the literature about growing up Black in America that has already taken its place alongside \u003cem\u003eThe Autobiography of Malcolm X\u003c\/em\u003e and the works of Maya Angelou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo years after her conviction, Assata Shakur escaped from prison. She was given political asylum by Cuba, where she now resides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288361582828,"sku":"9781556520747","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4771293482742.jpg?v=1770544824"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/assata-shakur.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}