This was a very hard book to read. It took me so long because I really had to fully absorb what it was that I was reading. I don't regret any of the time spent, however. Malcolm X's autobiography is angry, and justifiably so. But it also holds a hope that even the most angry can be vindicated. Malcolm X's powerful words and powerful philosophy resonates deep, even with me, a white woman. Reading it, I felt the cowl of confusion and misunderstanding lifted from my eyes, and now I can really and truly understand the depth of the civil rights struggle, one that is still ongoing today. There is alot that I don't agree with. However, I can also understand the reasoning behind his words and his anger. Malcolm X was stolen from the movement way too soon, but I'm glad his words live on for generations in the future. His words are timeless, still relating to today, but they also urge anyone reading them to make what he experienced ancient history. And now that I know more, I plan to do my best.

I have read this biography at least three times over the past decade and my respect for Malcolm's courage, defiance and strength increases each time. He is a true inspiration to anyone who believes in themselves and is an example of what can be accomplished by any one person when driven toward a singular goal. Truly, his actions and accomplishments can still be felt today.

When I first read this book, I was 18 years old, sharing a run-down old apartment with an old friend, and had little hope for the future I wanted. Since then, I became the first person in my family to attend university, was a strong political activist, made a family of my own, and am now seeking a career in politics. Malcolm was one of the few GREAT civil rights leaders and speakers in American history. Because of him, an Afro-American culture, first introduced by Marcus Garvey, took full bloom throughout the 70's and continues today. Though I am a white man, I found in this story the guidance I needed to seek my own identity and to never be afraid to speak the truth regardless of it's consequences. As Malcolm once said, "When you're right, you're right. And when you're right, you can't ever be wrong." You need to read this book.

This book is truly a EXCELLENT book. I must say i was truly touch and deeply moved my this novel. it made me look at life not only my life but the society around me and how i could bring a change just by simply standing up for what was right and what i believed in. Just want to say thank u Malcolm and many others for ur stand for the black race so that a young black person like me could be free. i think that anyone black or white who would like to learn and be touched by this book as i have please consider reading this book i promise u it will be worth every single word. in honour of Malcolm always stand up for what is right!!!!! R.I.P WE LOVE U MALCOLM AND U STILL LIVE ON IN EACH AND EVERY ONE OF US TODAY.

This is one of the greatest autobiographies I've ever read. The book is brutally honest, and is more ambitious than even Spike Lee's screenplay for the movie X. Malcolm's strong views and great orator skills are evident in this book,and even though one might not always agree with him, you can not question the man's conviction and integrity.