Growing Up X - Rilegato

Shabazz, Ilyasah; McLarin, Kim

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ISBN 10: 0345444957 ISBN 13: 9780345444950

Casa editrice: One World, 2002

Riassunto

A moving memoir of coming of age describes growing up fatherless as the daughter of the legendary Malcolm X, assassinated when she was two years old, her mother's determination to protect her children from the barrage of media, her discovery of her father's contributions, and life in the Shabazz household, from sibling rivalry to first boyfriends to her education.

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“Almost every book is a twice told story. With each reading, the reader can safely say, I read of a life like this somewhere else. Growing Up X is a first told tale. Only Ilyasah Shabazz could have told this story, and however painful the memories, I congratulate her on the courage to remember, the courage to see, and the courage to say what she saw.”
–MAYA ANGELOU

“This is a warm and engaging book about how the family of Malcolm X survived and adapted after his assassination in 1965. Ilyasah and his five other daughters were raised by a nurturing and strong mother, Betty Shabazz. The picture painted here is a personal one that helps us to see Malcolm X and his family free from the typical media highlight of his so-called violent rhetoric. Malcolm’s main mission, as passed on to his daughter, was to empower black people and to empower his children. Growing Up X is an enlightening contribution to our understanding of the legacy of Malcolm X. This eye-opening book is wonderful reading for all Americans.”
–ALVIN F. POUSSAINT, M.D.
Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

“Ilyasah Shabazz has written a powerful book that is an inspiration to people of all ages and backgrounds. Her story of living a life burdened with such a powerful legacy touches the inner being of all of us who have endured and overcome the challenges and obstacles put in our path. Ilyasah’s tale is a true testament to the power of the human will and, most important, to staying strong in the face of adversity.”
–TERRIE M. WILLIAMS
Founder, The Stay Strong Foundation
President, The Terrie Williams Agency
Author of The Personal Touch:
What You Really Need to Succeed in Today’s Fast-Paced Business World

L'autore:

Ilyasah Shabazz holds a Master of Science degree in Education and Human Resource Development from Fordham University. She is the Director of Public Affairs and Special Events for the City of Mount Vernon, New York.

Kim McLarin is the author of the novels Taming It Down and Meeting of the Waters. She formerly worked as a journalist for The New York Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and the Associated Press. She lives with her family outside of Boston, Mass.

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• Editore: One World
• Data di pubblicazione: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0345444957
• ISBN 13: 9780345444950
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 235