The Autobiography Of Malcolm X

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Malcolm X's blazing, legendary autobiography, completed shortly before his

assassination in 1965, depicts a remarkable life: a child born into rage

and despair, who turned to street-hustling and cocaine in the Harlem

ghetto, followed by prison, where he converted to the Black Muslims and

honed the energy and brilliance that made him one of the most important

political figures of his time – and an icon in ours. It also charts the

spiritual journey that took him beyond militancy, and led to his murder, a

powerful story of transformation, redemption and betrayal. Vilified by his

critics as an anti-white demagogue, Malcolm X gave a voice to unheard

African-Americans, bringing them pride, hope and fearlessness, and remains

an inspirational and controversial figure today.