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The Dead Are Arising: The Life of Malcolm X
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Book Brief
640
Biography • Nonfiction
United States • 20th Century
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Dead Are Arising: The Life of Malcolm X by Les and Tamara Payne, based on over thirty years of research, chronicles the life of Malcolm X from his parents' escape from racial tensions in the South to his rise as a prominent leader in the Nation of Islam and ultimate assassination. Readers should be aware of depictions of racial violence, criminal activity, and assassination.
Informative
Mysterious
Challenging
Emotional
Dark
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The Dead Are Arising by Les Payne and Tamara Payne is a meticulously researched biography of Malcolm X, praised for its depth and new insights. While some critics note it can be dense, its narrative strength and compelling revelations outweigh any drawbacks. This balanced view offers a fresh and authoritative exploration of Malcolm X's life.
Who Should Read The Dead Are Arising?
Avid readers of meticulously researched biographies and American history enthusiasts will find The Dead Are Arising by Les Payne and Tamara Payne captivating. Fans of Isabel Wilkerson's The Warmth of Other Suns or David Remnick's King of the World will appreciate this in-depth exploration of Malcolm X's life and the broader civil rights movement.
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640
Biography • Nonfiction
United States • 20th Century
2020
Adult
18+ years
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