Make Change: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Make Change containing key details about the book.
What is Make Change About?
In Make Change, the author offers an inspiring look at the moments that have shaped his life and considers the ways social movements can grow and evolve in this hyperconnected era. He shares stories from his efforts leading the Raise the Age campaign and his work fighting police brutality, while providing a roadmap for how to stay sane, safe, and motivated even in the worst of political climates. By turns infuriating, inspiring, and educational, Make Change will resonate with those who believe that America can—and must—do better.
Who is the author of Make Change?
Shaun King was recently named by Time magazine as one of the twenty-five most important people in the world online. He covers civil rights issues for the Intercept and is writer-in-residence at the Fair Punishment Project at Harvard Law School. Previously, King served as a pastor, teacher, and full-time motivational speaker in Atlanta’s juvenile justice system.
Book details
- Print length: 288 pages
- Genre: Nonfiction, Social Justice, Politics
What are the chapters in Make Change?
Chapter 1 The Dip
Chapter 2 My Story
Chapter 3 To Make Change, You Must First Make a Choice
Chapter 4 Forget Your Excuses
Chapter 5 Learn by Doing
Chapter 6 What Is Your Gift? Use It.
Chapter 7 Energized People
Chapter 8 Organized People
Chapter 9 Sophisticated Plans
Chapter 10 Mistakes and Rebounding from Failure
Chapter 11 Burnout and Revolutionary Self-Care
Chapter 12 It’s on Us
What do critics say?
Here’s what one of the prominent reviewers had to say about the book: “A captivating memoir of change. A hope-filled sermon for change. A tactical blueprint for how we can each make change. Make Change is all three and all the more towards an equitable and just world.” — Ibram X. Kendi, National Book Award-winning author of Stamped from the Beginning and How to Be an Antiracist
* The editor of this summary review made every effort to maintain information accuracy, including any published quotes, chapters, or takeaways. If you want to enhance your personal growth, I recommend checking out my list of favorite personal growth books. These books have played a significant role in my life, and each one includes a summary and takeaways to help you apply the concepts.
Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an impact-driven creator at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 life goals around the globe. Tal's journey and recent book, The Art of Fully Living, inspired him to found Elevate Society.
