A review by lindsay_loves_literature
The Awakening of Malcolm X by Tiffany D. Jackson, Ilyasah Shabazz

5.0

The Awakening of Malcolm X follows Malcolm during his time in prison - we see the despair of Malcolm Little transform into the strength of Malcolm X. Stories from his past are expertly weaved into the narrative of his time in prison. I enjoyed the emphasis this book placed on his family and the important role they played in his life. We watch has he becomes empowered by the books he reads, the conversations he has with his siblings and fellow inmates, and the solace he finds through joining the Nation of Islam.
While some of my personal enjoyment was due to the background knowledge I had from reading his autobiography, I loved the deeper look at his time in prison that this book provides. However, this would also be a great place to start for those just learning about the life of this great man.