Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance
Martin Luther King Jr.’s Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance Speech is a powerful and inspiring speech that was delivered on December 10, 1964 in Oslo, Norway. In this speech, King reflects on the civil rights movement and the progress that has been made in the United States. He also speaks of the need for peace and understanding between all people, regardless of race, religion, or nationality. He emphasizes the importance of non-violent protest and the power of love to bring about change. He also speaks of the need for justice and equality for all people, and the need to work together to create a better world. Finally, he expresses his gratitude for being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and his hope that it will help to bring about a more peaceful world.
By Martin Luther King Jr. · First published 1964 · Genre: Non-Fiction, Speeches, Biography · 1,162 words
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Oslo.
December 10, 1964
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- Work type: Speech
- Author: Martin Luther King Jr.
- Date: 1964 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Non-Fiction, Speeches, Biography, History
- Length: 1,162 words
- Structure: 1 section, 39 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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- Non-Fiction — This book is an account of Martin Luther King Jr.'s acceptance speech for the Nobel Peace Prize, making it a non-fiction work.
- Speeches — This book is a collection of speeches given by Martin Luther King Jr., making it a work of speeches.
- Biography — This book is an account of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and accomplishments, making it a biography.
- History — This book is an account of a significant event in history, making it a work of history.
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peace · justice · civil rights · nonviolence · activism · equality · human rights · freedom · leadership · inspiration · hope · change