Eldridge Cleaver

Eldridge Cleaver was an American writer and political activist who became an early leader of the Black Panther Party. He is best known for his influential book 'Soul on Ice'.

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Birth Name :

Leroy Eldridge Cleaver

Profession :

Activist

Birthday :

August 31, 1935

Star Sign :

Virgo

Death Date:

May 01, 1998

Age :

62

Birthplace :

Wabbaseka, Arkansas

Leroy Eldridge Cleaver (August 31, 1935 รขย€ย“ May 1, 1998) was a renowned American writer and political activist who emerged as an early leader of the Black Panther Party. He gained widespread recognition for his insightful and critically acclaimed book, “Soul on Ice,” a collection of essays that delves into Black alienation in the United States. Cleaver authored several other works, such as “Post-Prison Writings and Speeches” and “Target Zero: A Life in Writing.” As the Minister of Information for the Black Panther Party, he played a significant role in the civil rights movement.