On a Move by Mike Africa Jr.

On a Move

Surviving MOVE: A Raw, Personal Account

Written byMike Africa Jr.
Narrated byMike Africa Jr.
Length10h06m
Release dateAugust 6, 2024
Languageenglish
★★★★☆ 4.5 (35 ratings)

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AuthorMike Africa Jr.
NarratorMike Africa Jr.
Runtime10h06m
PublishedAugust 6, 2024
Rating★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (35 ratings)
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, History, Americas, United States, Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Violence in Society, Relationships, Parenting & Personal Development, Personal Development, Personal Success
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the harrowing history of one of America's most contentious urban conflicts through the eyes of a MOVE member. Mike Africa Jr.'s gripping narration brings to life the daily struggles and sudden violence faced by this Black civil liberties group during their infamous bombing in Philadelphia. His delivery, deeply emotional yet clear-eyed, makes for a compelling listening experience that transcends historical fact to deliver raw emotion.

Tags: MOVE bombingBlack civil libertiesPhiladelphia historypersonal narrativepolice brutality

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Mike Africa Jr.'s own voice as narrator is both a strength and a potential pitfall—his familiarity with the material can sometimes blur the line between personal storytelling and professional narrative. The pacing of the audiobook maintains a steady rhythm, ensuring that even when recounting grim details, it remains accessible. One might wish for more historical context outside the immediate MOVE experience, but this focus allows for an intensely intimate portrayal of daily life leading up to and during the bombing. Overall, it's a powerful exploration of resilience in the face of state violence.

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