The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Alex Haley
As Told to Alex Haley
This book is an autobiography narrating the life of a renowned African-American activist. It delves into his transformation from a young man involved in criminal activities to becoming one of the most influential voices in the fight against racial inequality in America. The book provides a deep insight into his philosophies, his time in prison, conversion to Islam, his role in the Nation of Islam, his pilgrimage to Mecca, and his eventual split from the Nation. It also addresses his assassination, making it a powerful account of resilience, redemption, and personal growth.
The 184th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1965
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 460-500
- Words
- 134,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following 28 lists:
- 3rd on Ezra Klein Show's Most Recommended Books (Ezra Klein Show)
- 9th on The Celebrity Reading List (Gardiner Public Library)
- 36th on The Greatest Books of All Time (Reader's Digest)
- 51st on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 59th on Our Users' Top 100 Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- 100 Best 20th-Century American Books (Hungry Mind Review)
- 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of the 20th Century (and Beyond) in English (Counterpunch)
- 100 Best Political Books (Guardian)
- 100 Best Spiritual Books of the Century (Spirituality & Practice)
- 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime (Amazon.com (USA))
- 100 Major Works of Modern Creative Nonfiction (ThoughtCo)
- A Century of Reading (Lithub)
- As if You Don't Have Enough to Read, Best Non-Fiction from the NY Times Writers (New York Times)
- Books That Shaped America (Library of Congress)
- Great Books (The Learning Channel)
- Recommended Books (Academy of Achievement)
- The 50 Best Books of the Century (Intercollegiate Studies Institute)
- The 50 Books Everyone Needs to Read, 1963-2013 (Flavor Wire)
- The 75 Best Books of the Past 75 Years (Parade Magazine)
- The 80 Books Every Man Should Read (Esquire)
- The Best Classics (The Times)
- The Booklist Century: 100 Books, 100 Years (BookList)
- The College Board: 101 Great Books Recommended for College-Bound Readers (The College Board, an American not-for-profit organization)
- The Guardian's Essential Library (The Guardian)
- The New York Public Library's Books of the Century (New York Public Library)
- The Well-Educated Mind (Book)
- Time Magazine's All-TIME 100 Best Non-Fiction Books (Time Magazine)