The Autobiography of Malcolm X

by Malcolm X, Alex Haley

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The Autobiography of Malcolm X: Chapter 10: Satan


New People:
Bimbi: Malcolm’s fellow inmate in Charlestown State Prison

John: Malcolm’s fellow inmate in Norfolk Prison Colony

The Honorable Elijah Muhammad: the leader of the Nation of Islam

“Mr. Yacub”: according to the teachings of Elijah Muhammad, he created the white race 6,600 years ago

Master W.D. Fard: a half-black, half-white man who gave Elijah Muhammad Allah’s message and divine guidance

Summary
In 1946, Malcolm is sentenced to ten years in prison. He is sent to the dilapidated Charlestown State Prison with...

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