Selected Writings and Speeches of Marcus Garvey (Dover Thrift Editions)

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Marcus Garvey been telling us for years those who have ears to hear let them hear.With confidence you win before you start lacking confidence you’re twice defeated

Interesting read.Marcus Garvey is ahead of his time as far as seeking economic and social justice for Black people. He also had a world view in regard to this problem which was also ahead of its time as well. To gain the amount of followers and develop his organization to the level and membership he did he had to be a very charismatic person and speaker. His imperfections are also pretty glaring to, he has a displayed hatred for mixed people and Jews. And his embrace of white nationalists is also just flat our weird. In these instances he shows how behind in his thinking he is as well. While I think he truly believed what he believed with conviction that his plans were the best path for him and people of African descent. He was also just misguided on how to go about doing it and also what was actually best for the African Diaspora.

I have been fascinated with the life and works of old Marcus Garvey since I was a boy growing up in Kingston, Jamaica. My father was an avowed Garveyite. Taking pride in showing off his certificate of investment in the UNIA - The Black Star Line, as well as other mementos & regalia of having been associated with Marcus Garvey. So this book of his poems and speeches are a powerful recollection and endorsement of the power which Marcus Garvey meant within his very progressive association. His poetry are especially enlightening and inspiring, as they speak of his intelligence, as well as his conviction for the important/crucial work in which he is engaged. This book also reminds me that Garvey's ideas still has purpose in our contemporary life in 2017. I also recommend this book as a vital starter for any student or critic of Garvey's life, work & ideas.

I am sadden by the fact that we have allowed others to dictate someone's history. Before reading this book I envisioned an arrogant, self absorber, ignorant man. But this book makes very clear that Mr. Garvey was an INCREDIBLE man. There has been no one else like him since.He envisioned a country/continent for all people of African ancestory. He spoke for the 400,000,000 (at the time) blacks in the world. He hated no one, but really loved his race. He did not speak negatively about the other races, but spoke of them in a manner of reverence.I do not believe that his beliefs would make sense in today's world, but what would today's world be like if we followed his lead?This book has now opened a window in this history for me. Now I must read W.E.B Debois' book(s). I need to research the NAACP.The only things I did not like about the book was the fact that it was short and only covered a short period of time in his life.I highly recommend this book for those of you who are seeking the truth. It will truly surprise you.

I liked the speeches and knowing where they were written from. And I like Harvey’s style of writing, it’s very eloquent and inspirational.I’d recommend this book to any body who want to learn about Marcus Garvey and is hungry for persons who truly believe in the uplifting and empire of black people without any anterior motives.

As Always, Dover gives excellent value with this well arranged collection of works by Marcus Garvey.The type, the quality of the paper, binding and covers are exceptional.I will continue to buy Dover volumes for my personal library.

The format of the book does not do justice to the subject it presents. It is difficult to read and an insult to Marcus Garvey who himself was a printer and editor. Still, Garvey's speeches resound with the righteousness of his cause and prophetic nature of his perspective on the effects of attempting to accommodate white privilege. There is no doubt that Garvey is an iconic figure whose stature continues to grow and be acknowledged by all who are knowledgeable of black history. His contribution to our understanding of the unquestionable virtue and value of economic independence for black people  Sufferers' Manifesto: A Challenge to the Best in Us and Among Us  is everlasting.

As a teacher and now entering the mental health professional I highly recommend this book to those of African descendant as it informs you of the greatness of Marcus Garvey. It helped me as i entered a racist arena to know the greatness i came from. Marcus Garvey had a beautiful mind, yet we do not study him in the western society. He was an example to all men. He respected black women and appreciated the intelligence and beauty of ALL complexions of black women. He promoted his race and his works can and is supported 'change' today. He did not hate other races, he simply LOVED his own race. A special man isolated in being ahead of his time. What an Intelligent, proud and defiant hero. Fearless and NOT corrupt at all. He wanted to see his race achieve post slavery. We did not begin at the bottom - Sir Marcus Garvey was taking us BACK to the top. A rare man. A movement is rising to educate the black minds and I am glad to be able to have found this book as it came at a key time for me. His work shall live on and is making a difference. His message is gaining momentum.....we salute you ...forever Sir Marcus Garvey.

There is no doubt that Marcus Garvey was an exceptional human being. His speeches aand writings are eloquent and speak to whites as well as blacks. Although all this happened a long time ago, one wonders whether the world has moved progressively forward in its treatment of black people. The speeches are of their time and naturally Garvey's vision has perhaps been partially realised as most of Africa is a continent of independant black states. I found his writings sustained my attention and I identified strongly with sentiments he expressed in relation to the emancipation and manumission of black people in the "Babylon" of the Western Hemisphere in the early twentieth century. Highly recommended and essential reading for all regardless of colour.

As I read this book, I am laughing, crying, and sometimes angry. I am delighted to read about such a great man as Mr. Marcus Garvey, I believe he will be counted in the 144,000. I’m so proud that he is a Negro and he introduced a lot of the laws that are being used today. He is not recognised by the elite, but as I read this book I realise who introduced those laws. Thank you for sharing our history.

It is essential to know the black history not taught in schools. This book gives great insight into the honourable Marcus Garvey and the plight of black people.

Does what it says on the front of the book!very nice collection of Marcus Garvey speeches and writings.The unique thing about this book is that the writer reviews all otherbooks on Marcus Garvey up to this point giving a balanced and fair opinion of each of the other books.The content is lifted straight from Marcus's manuscripts, with no author edits.Excellent