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Assata

By: Assata Shakur, Angela Davis - foreword
Narrated by: Sirena Riley
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In 2013 Assata Shakur, founding member of the Black Liberation Army, former Black Panther and godmother of Tupac Shakur, became the first ever woman to make the FBI's most wanted terrorist list.

Assata Shakur's trial and conviction for the murder of a white State Trooper in the spring of 1973 divided America. Her case quickly became emblematic of race relations and police brutality in the USA. While Assata's detractors continue to label her a ruthless killer, her defenders cite her as the victim of a systematic, racist campaign to criminalise and suppress Black nationalist organisations.

This intensely personal and political autobiography reveals a sensitive and gifted woman, far from the fearsome image of her that is projected by the powers that be. With wit and candor, Assata recounts the formative experiences that led her to embrace a life of activism. With pained awareness she portrays the strengths, weaknesses and eventual demise of Black and white revolutionary groups at the hands of the state.

A major contribution to the history of Black liberation, destined to take its place alongside The Autobiography of Malcolm X and the works of Maya Angelou. Foreword written by Angela Davis.

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This autobiography book, filled with information on our corrupt judicial system, systemic racism, the revolution of Black people, the Black Liberation movement, and the unfair treatment of Black women in the prison systems has left me mentally and emotionally changed.

Assata Shakur gave so much insight and information on aforementioned topics that I am compelled to learn more. It’s amazing how the narrative of this country, told by this country is horrible. Shakur tells the ugly truth and uncovers so many levels of racism and the intentional destruction of the Black community —using Blacks to turn on Blacks.

Our school systems should teach the truth to our children. This book should be a requirement for all incoming high-school freshmen.

I am challenging myself to read this book ever year. Because it’s that important to me. I also challenge those that have never read her story to read it or listen to the audio.

A powerful MUST read for ALL!

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I love love love this audiobook. Great listen, fantastically written. I admire her ability to stay strong throughout her entire struggle. I hate she had to go through it, but it was definitely to me a great way to remind me how resilient we are. I shall not complain about anything in life giving that it could be worse. Thanks Assata for blessing me with your story. For I shall never forget. To wherever you are in the world mentally, physically, and emotionally I wish you nothing but BLESSING.

The best

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I started out with intentions of listening to this book a few hours a day but ended up listening to it completely in 2 days! A great education. Highly recommended! The narration was fantasticly well done!

A MUST READ/LISTEN!!

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It is our duty to fight for our freedom
It is our duty to win
We must love each other and support each other
We have nothing to lose but our chains

The single most important political biography

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You could always tell exactly who was speaking and know exactly what that person was feeling.

EXCELLENT narration

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I love it! A strong and powerful woman Assata! The poetry is beautiful and speaks volumes especially chapter 21

Awesomeness

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I loved this book from top to bottom. I love Assata and her story. Amazing book

Wonderful Book

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Assata! - she who struggles! Her story is life changing... I hope she never comes back to this God forsaken country. May she live long and happy in Cuba!

Loved it! 😍

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perfection. my favorite book from my favorite person do beautifully read! read! radicalize! organize! for her

AMAZING!!

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I really really enjoyed this book. the story!!the narration!! a must read. awesome job. very good book.

Enjoyed every minute

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