The autobiography was an illuminating piece of work. One of the most illuminating parts of this book was how Malcolm let the reader learn about his childhood which started out good but ended the worst. When you research Malcolm on the computer all the articles you see show that he was a great civil right activist who helped African Americans gain their rights. The articles never tell you about some of the hardships Malcolm had as a young youth. One of the most influential parts of his life was the death of his father. As a young male losing your father can really effect your whole outlook on life. Though that was a part of his life that was life changing the worst

part was how it effected his how family. Since Malcolm’s father made all the money the family was without money, so they couldn’t buy food. Soon the family was split up between foster houses because Malcolm’s mother was no longer able to take care of the family. Malcolm’s mother was also put in a mental hospital. What makes this illuminating is that fact that most would use this as an excuse to act out or fail but he just used it to strengthen himself and become a leader for a African Americans. The obstacles he overcame most people could never have done.

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