Essays on Malcolm X Page 2

Malcolm X was one of the most prominent, controversial, and influential leaders of the Civil Rights Movement. As a spokesperson for the Nation of Islam, he spread their message of black pride, a free black nation, and the need for a revolution against racism to thousands. Through the best-selling book The Autobiography of Malcolm X:…

Malcolm X was civil rights activist, born in Omaha Nebraska in 1925. He wrote many essays to inform citizens in the United States of the struggles and difficulties that African Americans face while simply attempting to get an education. He also wanted to persuade African Americans to take action in the civil rights movement. In…

Imagine this; it’s during the 1950s and you are an African American and whites are discriminating against you for no reason. Times start to become even harder than before. You are in school, and you want to use the restroom, but you must go all the way across the school because you can’t use the…

African American authors have covered different topics ranging from their social, economic and political experiences to their racial plight. Two of the most recognized voices in the racial debate in terms of their activism and literary contributions are Martin Luther King (MLK) and Malcolm X. Two of their literary pieces, MLK’s ‘letter from Birmingham Jail’…

First conceived by famous playwright Edward Bulwer-Lytton, it is often said “the pen is mightier than the sword,” but to what extent does this ring true? Metaphorically, the sentiment highlights the effectiveness of communication rather than a violent approach to an issue. However, this opinion is heavily debated as the power struggle between militia and…