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The Autobiography of Malcolm X

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The Autobiography of Malcolm X

Written by: Malcolm X, Alex Haley
Narrated by: Laurence Fishburne
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One of Time’s 10 most important nonfiction books of the 20th century.

Experience a bold take on this classic autobiography as it’s performed by Oscar-nominated Laurence Fishburne.

In this searing classic autobiography, originally published in 1965, Malcolm X, the Muslim leader, firebrand, and Black empowerment activist, tells the extraordinary story of his life and the growth of the Human Rights movement. His fascinating perspective on the lies and limitations of the American dream and the inherent racism in a society that denies its non-White 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 for anyone who wants to understand the African American experience and America as a whole.

©1965 Alex Haley and Malcolm X, © 1965 by Alex Haley and Betty Shabazz (P)2020 Audible, Inc.
Americas Politicians Politics & Activism Social Sciences United States Biography Inspiring Social justice Heartfelt Thought-Provoking Dream Human Rights Africa Middle Ages Middle East
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This fascinating book combined with the mastery of Laurence Fishburnes narration brings this book to a whole different level. Malcolm X is an amazing man who has touched and inspired an entire generation with his open-mindedness and willingness to fight for what he believed, regardless of the opposition. From his early street life and hustling to his Hajj pilgrimage and revolutionary speeches, this book has it all. Alhamduallah

A fascinating and inspiring leader

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What a roller coaster of a life and therefor book! Watching his evolution is pretty cool, don't give up on him when he's deep in a wild creation myth, follow it right to the end. Great work by X, Haley and Fishburne (thanks for lending the our voice!).

Make sure you finish it!!

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Amazing how little anything has changed in 60 years. I am thankful for this book.

I have no words

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It’s amazing how relevant and timely his story is. One story, of many, to objectively consider in our human existence

Fully engaging

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This book is a must read if you care about social injustice. Speaking about racism in such a raw manner is beyond eye opening. He says things that make you uncomfortable but by the time you finish the book, you will see how you needed to be uncomfortable to really learn the lessons he was teaching. Read. This. Book.

READ. THIS. BOOK.

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I can’t believe that I never read this important historical work before now. I grew up in the south, and never learned much about Malcolm X. I had a completely different impression of him based on what little understanding was imparted to me growing up. This book made me realize so much and painted such a vivid interesting picture of Malcolm X‘s life. I think everyone should read this book along with Warmth of Other Suns.

Captivating and important

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I LOVE this book. The narration is on point, and the musical scores are a nice touch. Malcolm X was truly a visionary. Much of what he says in this book, we see unfolding before our eyes today in 2021. If you want to know the future, you must know the past and knowing this book aids in seeing what is to come.

As relevant today, as the day it was conpiled

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A great insight into his life, and into the causes for his evolving perspective as he aged. Laurence Fishburne does an amazing, passionate job that makes you feel the emotions in the writing.

Amazing book.

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Laurence Fishburne was great in narrating this insightful look into the life of Malcolm X.

great writing, great narrating

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Laurence Fishburne made a great story even better with his reading of this Autobiography. Very very good!

Great story!

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