The Autobiography of Malcolm X: A Life in Ten Key Points

Malcolm X Biography:

• Born: Malcolm Little, May 19, 1925, Omaha, Nebraska
• Died: February 21, 1965, New York City, New York
• Nicknames: “Detroit Red,” “Malcolm X”
• Parents: Earl Little (Baptist preacher, activist) & Louise Norton Little
• Siblings: Eight

Malcolm X Nationality & Age:

• American
• Died at the age of 39

Malcolm X Education and Schooling:

• Attended various schools in Lansing and Mason, Michigan
• Dropped out after eighth grade
• Briefly attended Roxbury Community College in Boston

Malcolm X Relationship and Personal Life:

• Married twice:
  • First wife: Loretta EAN EAN (1958-1964)
  • Second wife: Betty Shabazz (1964-1965)
• Six children: Attallah, Qubilah, Ilyasah, Gamilah Lumumba, Malikah, and Malaak

Malcolm X  Career Beginnings:

• Early 1940s: Worked various odd jobs in Boston and Harlem
• Involved in hustling, drug use, and petty crime
• 1946: Arrested for burglary and sentenced to 6-10 years in prison.

Malcolm X Career and Contributions:

• While incarcerated, Malcolm X converted to Islam and joined the Nation of Islam
• Became a minister and spokesperson for the Nation, advocating for Black separatism and racial pride
• Founded Muslim Mosque, Inc. and established himself as a powerful voice for racial justice
• 1964: Broke with the Nation of Islam and embraced Pan-Africanism
• Founded Organization of Afro-American Unity (OAAU)
• Toured the Middle East and Africa, forging international connections
• Published his autobiography, “The Autobiography of Malcolm X,” in 1965

Malcolm X Achievements and Awards:

• X Prize for Literature (1965)
• “The Autobiography of Malcolm X” remains a landmark text in American literature and social justice discourse
• Malcolm X is considered one of the most influential figures in the Civil Rights Movement and Black history

Malcolm X Conclusion and Legacy:

• Malcolm X’s life and work continue to inspire and challenge us today. His autobiography offers a raw and powerful account of his experiences with racism, identity, and transformation.
• While his views evolved throughout his life, his core message of Black empowerment and self-determination remains relevant in the fight for racial justice.