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 his friend Shorty, who has been given an eight-to-ten year sentence. Malcolm’s wild atheistic rantings in prison earn...
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