The Plot to Kill King: The Truth Behind the Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.

In "The Plot to Kill King: The Truth Behind the Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.," William Pepper, attorney for both James Earl Ray and later the King family, challenges the official narrative of one of America's most pivotal moments. Delving into decades of meticulous research, this book expands on Pepper's original bestseller "Orders to Kill," providing a revised and explosive account of the events leading up to April 4, 1968. Through eyewitness testimonies and uncovered evidence, Pepper constructs a compelling argument that Ray was a scapegoat in a larger conspiracy involving government forces, aimed at silencing the civil rights leader. Released on January 16, 2018, this book is essential for adult education classes exploring racial justice, offering a profound look at the darker undercurrents of American history and the ongoing struggle for truth. Pepper’s work invites readers to reconsider what they know about Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination and to question the mechanisms of justice and power.