92 pages • 3 hours read
Malcolm X, Alex HaleyThe Autobiography of Malcolm X
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1965A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X and Alex Haley chronicles Malcolm X’s journey from a challenging childhood and life of crime to his transformation into a leading civil rights activist after his conversion to Islam in prison. It details his involvement with, and subsequent break from, the Nation of Islam, and his evolving views on race and society. Sensitive topics include racism, violence, and substance use.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The transformative journey chronicled in The Autobiography of Malcolm X receives widespread acclaim for its profound insight into race, identity, and resilience. Readers commend its powerful narrative and historical significance. Some critique the pacing and editorial choices, yet overall, it stands as an enduring testament to Malcolm X's complex legacy.
Who Should Read The Autobiography of Malcolm X?
Readers who would enjoy The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X and Alex Haley are often interested in social justice, civil rights history, and transformative personal narratives. Similar works include Michelle Alexander’s The New Jim Crow and Nelson Mandela’s Long Walk to Freedom.