Recalling The Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King

Today, on the anniversary of his assassination, many will recall the words and deeds of Dr. Martin Luther King. He will be especially remembered in cities like Nashville where his presence was real and the results of his sacrifices are still evident. Today I will honor his legacy by taking time to notice how culture and values have changed and how many of the changes he struggled for have come to pass. I will also give thanks for the movement he lead and for the inspiration he brought to a divided nation.

Hellhound On His Trail, The Stalking of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the International Hunt for His Assassin

April 2, Author Hampton Sides reads a passage of his book, "Hellhound On His Trail The Stalking of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the International Hunt for His Assassin" " in the Courtyard of the Nashville Public Library. Sides was the first guest Author in this years 615 Salon author series. .

"Hellhound On His Trail; The Stalking of Martin Luther King, Jr.and the International Hunt for His Assassin" is a 2010 best selling historical narrative by Hampton Sides. In "Hellhound On His Trail" Sides offers a bold look at the events leading up to and following the assassination of Dr.King. Dispelling the conspiracy theories that abounded following Dr. Kings murder Sides traces the steps of James Earl Ray as he plans and executes the assassination and gives a detailed account of the police investigation that eventually led to his arrest. In "Hellhound On His Trail" Sides paints a portrait of characters who are complex and the story he tells is riveting.