The Malcolm X EncyclopediaThe Malcolm X Encyclopedia
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Book, 2002
Current format, Book, 2002, , In-library use only.Book, 2002
Current format, Book, 2002, , In-library use only. Offered in 0 more formats<p>Using the Nation of Islam as a vehicle, but largely through his own dedication, energy, and intelligence, Malcolm X became an indefatigable Black leader during the 1960s. This encyclopedic volume examines one of the most controversial and heroic leaders of the 20th century. Over 500 essays discuss how Malcolm X affected the world in which he lived and how the influence of people, issues, and events shaped his development as an international figure.</p><p></p><p>With more than 70 contributors from black studies, history, political science, sociology, philosophy, education, journalism, and psychology, the encyclopedia combines the knowledge of a precise group of writers. Addressing a major social, religious, and political figure through their own disciplines, these authors flesh out both the diversity and the complexity of the world that defined Malcolm X.</p>
Unlike most accounts of the slain African American leader, the encyclopedia emphasizes the world he helped shape and that helped shape him, from his childhood in the Midwest to his adulthood and maturation as a leader, through his afterlife as an American icon. Major public figures, personalities, institutions, issues, places and events that were part of Malcolm's world and life are considered, as well as many minor aspects that alone may have had little influence but collectively are significant. In addition, 10 theme essays consider such topics as the Nation of Islam, coalition building, conspiracy theories of his 1965 assassination, and his presence in cyberspace. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Over 500 essays exemplify the life and work of a man who sought to reimagine the world. Harnessing the influence of people like Elijah Muhammad, grappling with issues such as civil rights and conversion to the Nation of Islam, and driven by events like his pilgrimage to Mecca and the assassination of JFK, Malcolm X became an international pillar. This book is a broad testament to his achievements.
A encyclopedia covering the life of Malcolm X looks at his childhood in the Midwest to his adulthood and maturation as a leader, and discusses the issues, places, people, and events that were part of his world.
Touches on various aspects of the life of one of the most controversial leaders of black America.
Unlike most accounts of the slain African American leader, the encyclopedia emphasizes the world he helped shape and that helped shape him, from his childhood in the Midwest to his adulthood and maturation as a leader, through his afterlife as an American icon. Major public figures, personalities, institutions, issues, places and events that were part of Malcolm's world and life are considered, as well as many minor aspects that alone may have had little influence but collectively are significant. In addition, 10 theme essays consider such topics as the Nation of Islam, coalition building, conspiracy theories of his 1965 assassination, and his presence in cyberspace. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Over 500 essays exemplify the life and work of a man who sought to reimagine the world. Harnessing the influence of people like Elijah Muhammad, grappling with issues such as civil rights and conversion to the Nation of Islam, and driven by events like his pilgrimage to Mecca and the assassination of JFK, Malcolm X became an international pillar. This book is a broad testament to his achievements.
A encyclopedia covering the life of Malcolm X looks at his childhood in the Midwest to his adulthood and maturation as a leader, and discusses the issues, places, people, and events that were part of his world.
Touches on various aspects of the life of one of the most controversial leaders of black America.
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- Westport, Conn. : Greenwood Press, 2002.
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