Alex Haley
What’s inside
The Autobiography of Malcolm X is a powerful account of the life of Malcolm X, a controversial and influential civil rights leader. The book, written by journalist Alex Haley, is based on a series of in-depth interviews he conducted with Malcolm X between 1963 and his assassination in 1965. It covers his traumatic childhood, criminal past, conversion to Islam, rise in the Nation of Islam, and his eventual split from the group.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the civil rights movement from a firsthand perspective
- Gaining insights into the life and mindset of a significant figure in American history
- Exploring the transformation of a man and his ideologies
- Learning about the Nation of Islam and its influence on American society
Key Points
- Childhood and early struggles
- Life as a criminal
- Prison and conversion to Islam
- Rise in the Nation of Islam
- Pilgrimage to Mecca and change in views
- Split from the Nation of Islam
- Assassination and legacy
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- Civil rights activists
- Students of American culture and history
- Readers interested in biographies
About the author
Alex Haley was an American writer known for his works depicting the struggles of African Americans. He’s best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel ‘Roots: The Saga of an American Family’, which was adapted into a popular television miniseries.