The Autobiography of Malcolm X
Aug 2015 · Ballantine Books
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ONE OF TIME’S TEN MOST IMPORTANT NONFICTION BOOKS OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
In the searing pages of this classic autobiography, originally published in 1964, Malcolm X, the Muslim leader, firebrand, and anti-integrationist, tells the extraordinary story of his life and the growth of the Black Muslim movement. His fascinating perspective on the lies and limitations of the American Dream, and the inherent racism in a society that denies its nonwhite citizens the opportunity to dream, gives extraordinary insight into the most urgent issues of our own time. The Autobiography of Malcolm X stands as the definitive statement of a movement and a man whose work was never completed but whose message is timeless. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand America.
Praise for The Autobiography of Malcolm X
“Extraordinary . . . a brilliant, painful, important book.”—The New York Times
“This book will have a permanent place in the literature of the Afro-American struggle.”—I. F. Stone
In the searing pages of this classic autobiography, originally published in 1964, Malcolm X, the Muslim leader, firebrand, and anti-integrationist, tells the extraordinary story of his life and the growth of the Black Muslim movement. His fascinating perspective on the lies and limitations of the American Dream, and the inherent racism in a society that denies its nonwhite citizens the opportunity to dream, gives extraordinary insight into the most urgent issues of our own time. The Autobiography of Malcolm X stands as the definitive statement of a movement and a man whose work was never completed but whose message is timeless. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand America.
Praise for The Autobiography of Malcolm X
“Extraordinary . . . a brilliant, painful, important book.”—The New York Times
“This book will have a permanent place in the literature of the Afro-American struggle.”—I. F. Stone
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Marc Al
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October 26, 2016
One of the best books Ive ever read, especially in the genre of autobiographies. The message Malcolm X conveys through the brilliant writing of Alex Haley is unforgettable.. While reading the book, it had me many times looking at the people and world around me in a different light and still does . A MUST-READ!! for all minorities of people to see how a man of color stood up against an entire country because of how he believed how wrong his people were and being treated.. Could go on and on.. Unforgettable
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Donna Moody
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May 30, 2017
Bro. Malcolm X is one figure that has been misunderstood and misrepresented throughout history. This book is truly an enlightening look into the man, the mystery, the myth which is Malcolm X. I have gained a better understanding of him as a man and a model. In the end, he changed his views and only wanted justice for all Humans. I encourage everyone to read this book and reflect on yourself. Many of the issues then are still relevant today.
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Nick Colbert
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April 1, 2018
One of the best books I've ever read. I appreciate hearing Malcolm's life told in his own words. This opened my eyes to a lot of things that I didn't know about him.
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About the author
Alex Haley is the world-renowned author of Roots, which has sold six million hardcover copies and has been translated into thirty languages. He was awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award. Alex Haley died in February 1992.
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