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Will You Die With Me?
320 pages, 2007
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997 booksAmid the social turmoil of the 1960s and 70s, a young man in California found his purpose in the rise of Black Panther Party. He made a deadly mistake that cost him his freedom but ultimately got his life back, having learned the true lessons of the Buddha Samurai.
By the time Flores Forbes was twenty-five years old, he had just a GED and sixty college credits to his name. But he had gone far in his profession as a revolutionary. In 1977, he had been in the Black Panther Party for almost a decade and had become the youngest member of the organization's central committee.
In this remarkable memoir, Forbes vividly describes his transformation from an angry youth into a powerful partisan in the ranks of the black liberation movement. Disillusioned in high school by racism around him, he began reading Black Panther literature drawn to their mission of organizing resistance against police brutality. Drawn to their cause, he joined and soon found himself in a culture of Mao-inspired rigor where everything was politics even love and friendship.
In 'Will You Die With Me?' by Flores A. Forbes, he explores the impact of our choices. He shows how his decisions led him down a dangerous path, but also how he managed to turn his life around. It's a reminder that we always have the power to change our circumstances, no matter how dire they may seem.
Forbes gives us a unique inside look into the Black Panther Party. He doesn't just recount the history, but also shares his personal experiences and perspectives. This book is a great resource if you want to dig deeper into this part of American history.
Forbes doesn't shy away from discussing the violence he was involved in and the consequences it had on his life. He shows us that violence is not a solution and often leads to more problems. It's a powerful lesson about the importance of finding peaceful solutions.
Despite his involvement in the Black Panther Party, Forbes emphasizes the importance of education. He shows how it helped him rebuild his life after prison. If you're looking for a book that highlights the transformative power of education, check out 'Will You Die With Me?'
Forbes' journey from a high-ranking member of the Black Panther Party to a successful urban planner is nothing short of inspiring. His story is a testament to the human capacity for change and redemption. If you're in need of some motivation, this book is definitely worth a read.
