An introduction to the achievements and lasting influence of the heroic civil rights leader covers topics ranging from his organization of the Montgomery Bus Boycott to his famed "I Have a Dream" speech.

Cover illustration by Mark Fredrickson.

An early lesson -- School days -- Martin falls in love -- Sore feet and high spirits -- A national pulpit -- Bombingham -- The dream -- The right to vote -- Civil-Rights struggle marches on -- Famous quotes -- 10 things you should know about Martin Luther King, Jr. -- 10 More things that are pretty cool to know -- Glossary -- Places to visit.