The Autobiography of Malcolm X

The Autobiography of Malcolm X is the life story of the influential African American leader Malcolm X, told through his conversations with journalist Alex Haley. The book traces his journey from a troubled youth and criminal life to his transformation through the Nation of Islam, and later to a broader, more inclusive understanding of Islam after his pilgrimage to Mecca.

It’s a powerful narrative of self-discovery, faith, racial injustice, and personal growth — illustrating how Malcolm X’s beliefs evolved and how he became a symbol of dignity, resistance, and change in the struggle for Black empowerment and human rights.