Chronicles a Black Puerto Rican man’s odyssey and transformation from an incarcerated gang member to the Co-Founder of the Young Lords Party.
The wait is over! Join us for the highly anticipated official book launch of Flesh and Spirit: Confessions of a Young Lord, a powerful memoir by Felipe Luciano. This remarkable book recounts the transformative journey of a young activist, poet, and leader who became one of the founding members of the Young Lords Party.
Dive into the captivating world of 1960s and 70s New York City as Felipe Luciano shares his story of resilience, identity, and activism, offering readers a raw and inspiring glimpse into his life.
Growing up fatherless and poor, Felipe Luciano didn’t yearn for wealth or dream of becoming a famous actor or athlete. He was tired of being poor and ached to be a man, to reach that point of sagacity, courage, and independence that would signal to the world that he was now a warrior, ready to fight the battle for truth and justice, to slay the dragon of evil, whatever that might be. In Flesh and Spirit, Luciano paints a vivid portrait of his life in New York City as a member of the city’s Latino community as well as his pivotal role in the Young Lords and The Last Poets.
About Flesh and Spirit: Confessions of a Young Lord
In Flesh and Spirit, Felipe Luciano chronicles his rise from a troubled youth in East Harlem to a pivotal figure in the Puerto Rican and Black liberation movements. As one of the founding members of the revolutionary Young Lords Party, Luciano became a voice for marginalized communities, demanding justice and equity.
The memoir intertwines personal struggles with the broader political and social movements of the era, shedding light on the complexities of identity, activism, and the human spirit.
Why This Book Matters
- Cultural Insight: Flesh and Spirit provides a rich historical perspective on the struggles faced by Afro-Caribbean and Latinx communities in the United States.
- Empowering Narrative: Luciano’s journey serves as an inspiring testament to the power of resilience, activism, and self-discovery.
- Timely Reflection: The memoir resonates with today’s social justice movements, offering timeless lessons on organizing, resistance, and solidarity.
About Felipe Luciano
Felipe Luciano is a poet, journalist, activist, and one of the founding members of the Young Lords Party, a revolutionary organization dedicated to fighting for the rights of Puerto Rican and other marginalized communities in the U.S. He has received numerous accolades for his contributions to activism, media, and literature.
Join the Conversation
Be part of this historic moment as we celebrate the release of Flesh and Spirit: Confessions of a Young Lord. Don’t miss your chance to hear from Felipe Luciano, connect with the community, and explore the intersection of history, activism, and art.
