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Analysis Of Letter From Birmingham Jail By Martin Luther King Jr.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote the “Letter from Birmingham Jail” in order to bring attention to the racial prejudice that was occurring in America. In his letter, King discussed his and his family’s experiences with racism. He also justified him protesting in Birmingham. In addition, this influential individual wrote about his Christian faith and how it influenced some of his behavior. Firstly, King makes a point that the poor treatment that he and his family receives from Caucasian citizens encourages his protests. For example, he wrote, “…when you suddenly find your tongue twisted and your speech stammering as you seek to explain to your six year old daughter why she can’t go to the public amusement park that has just been advertised on television…”
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