Assata: An Autobiography

[Rebel Queen]

I was curious as to how many of you have read Assata: An Autobiography and what your thoughts are on it. I think for those who have not had a chance to read it, it would be a good idea to get your hands on it especially since this is Assatashakur.org. You can find it online or in certain bookstores at a reasonable price especially considering the fact that its worth so much more.

[rebelAfrika]

I have "skimmed" through it, but I haven't had time to sit down and read it like I want to. I'm not too worried about having the time to read it though because her book is on the Pre-Cadre reading list (wait...I think it's the Cadre reading list. I'm not sure) for the A-APRP's ideological training guidelines, so I know there will be a time where I HAVE to read it

[Elisa Keisha]

I read it last year before discoverin this web page... bought it from amazon.com, I dont remember exactly what I knew about her before readin it but I know I was so excited about it!! and it was even better I expected, much better... I took it to class, to all my trips...everywhere, lol... now it looks like its so old, I also marked some pages where what she said really impacted me... lol.... I just love it... now Im readin too many books but as soon as I have the chance I will re read it.

[Mjumbewu]

Rebel Queen, I haven't read it but definitely will. It's one of those (many) books that I saw on my parents' bookshelf when I was (a little) younger, but never really thought about reading it myself until recent. I'm gonna have to pilfer a few items from their rich shelves when I visit next.

rebelafrica, what other books are on the A-APRP's pre-cadre reading list? Is it posted anywhere?

Peace.

[Jaha]

Greetings Kings & Queens-

I had to read it after hearing Common and Cee Lo explain Her story...of course, like the song, the book was great...I'm working My way through Angela Davis' bio now...For anyOne who doesn't know Sister Queen Assata's struggles and most important...VICTORY...Common's Song for Assata...track 16 (?), Like Water for Chocolate...It'll make You want to read the book among many other things.

Peace & Blessings.

-Empress Jaha

[Elisa Keisha]

yeah...that song is a true summary of the book... But even tho the message os the song is like whoa... the best is the song itself, and cee-lo's work... amazin....just AMAZIN , everytime I hear it its like oh lawd, how much beauty

[Rebel Queen]

Thanks for all the responses everyone. It makes me happy to see that some of you have been able to get your hands on the book. It is definately a powerful peace indeed!

[Rebel Queen]

Originally Posted by Mjumbewu

Rebel Queen, I haven't read it but definitely will. It's one of those (many) books that I saw on my parents' bookshelf when I was (a little) younger, but never really thought about reading it myself until recent. I'm gonna have to pilfer a few items from their rich shelves when I visit next.

rebelafrica, what other books are on the A-APRP's pre-cadre reading list? Is it posted anywhere?

Peace.

I hear you Brother Mjumbewe...we never really GET it when we're younger but i'm glad youre gonna get the chance to read it... Pleeease make it a point to get your hands on it....

RQ

[Sierra]

I had read halfway through it some months ago. I was very inspired. Unfortunately I had checked it out from my local library and time passed and it was long overdue, but I never finished it, but I am planning to purchase it this month. I can't believe I let time pass like that.

[Rebel Queen]

Originally Posted by Sierra

I had read halfway through it some months ago. I was very inspired. Unfortunately I had checked it out from my local library and time passed and it was long overdue, but I never finished it, but I am planning to purchase it this month. I can't believe I let time pass like that.

Its all good sis...you know how it is ... things happen...But its cool that youre trying to buy your own copy.. I know how them library books can runaway with ya. I have had my share of late fees myself...LOL

[Nkemanbinya]

I read the book. my brother ordered the book for me. once i opened and read the first page i couldn't put it down. excellent book! words can't describe who deep this book is.

[BlackIsPower]

I read the book maybe 3 weeks ago after she was brought to my attention I saw it in a bookstore,read the back and bought it , read the first page and finished it in a week the book spoke to me personally the things she said if your eyes are open and you see what's going on and you don't do anything about it then you a punk!.....that made up my mind for me about showing that I love my people through action and not just talk....I'm just happy that she's still on this earth and still fighting for me , so i gotta do the same

Peace & Blessings Afrikans

[Rebel Queen]

Originally Posted by BlackIsPower

I read the book maybe 3 weeks ago after she was brought to my attention I saw it in a bookstore,read the back and bought it , read the first page and finished it in a week the book spoke to me personally the things she said if your eyes are open and you see what's going on and you don't do anything about it then you a punk!.....that made up my mind for me about showing that I love my people through action and not just talk....I'm just happy that she's still on this earth and still fighting for me , so i gotta do the same

Peace & Blessings Afrikans

WoW SIS,

I'm happy to hear that she had such a great impact on you as she did. Very glad indeed!!!! :cheers:

[Johari]

Peace Afrikans! I am finishing up Assata's autobiography now and it is truly an inspiration. I am thankful for true revolutionaries like her so that we are able to think deeper and realize the truth about what is really happening out here. Thank you, Assata for your love and dedication to the people.

[rebelAfrika]

I've been reading it. I just got through reading chapter four last night. The part where she described how that boy kept trying to sleep with her as an "all night wrestling match"...LOL!!! Also the part where she was making those weird noises (when she was locked up) and the pigs out on the yard didn't know where the noises were coming from and they were stumbling over each and jumping on the ground and crawling around with their flashlights...LOL!!!