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The Autobiography of Malcolm X - Malcolm X

5 stars

The Autobiography of Malcolm X is the story of Malcolm X's life from his own perspective. It was interesting reading about his life and how his views evolved over the course of it. I found it fascinating seeing how his experiences were reflected in his approach to civil rights. I didn't always agree with his approach, but I understood it. At the end of the book, I felt a sense of melancholy knowing how his life ended. I think the world would have been a better place today if his life wasn't ended so soon. I think it would have been interesting to see how his outlook would have continued to evolve, especially on his view on the roll of women in the movement. Overall, I am glad I read this book. I think some of his views on the need to address the poorer black communities are still valid today. If you listen to audiobooks, Laurence Fishburne's performance on the Audible Audio is excellent.