Malcolm X: The Manifestation of a Conscientious Scholar

This book is a terse account of the life of Malcolm X and how he evolved intellectually, socially, and globally, especially upon his return from Mecca.Prior to his pilgrimage to Mecca, Malcolm X, was a man of the streets. To be sure, he hustled, hung out around decadence, and aligned himself even with a few unsavory personalities.Some of these elements were the foundational mechanisms that led to his untimely incarceration. However, all of these earthly experiences were the beginning of the new Malcolm. While in prison, he was introduced to the philosophical thought of the Nation of Islam and the Minister Elijah Muhammad. He learned well and quickly as he was, indeed, astute, analytical and had a mission of liberating Africans as well as those in the diaspora. With these qualities and a charismatic engaging personality, he became special to Minister Elijah Muhammad, and also became an icon for younger African-Americans. His scholarship was noticeable, and his PanAfrican strategies were practical, functional, and truly connecting. The people that he extended love and concern for were the ones who were said to have assassinated him. Malcolm X was a scholar!