Change. Transformation. Whether you like it or not, things don't stay the same. But in The Autobiography of Malcolm X, Malcolm changes philosophies so much that he almost seems to have multiple personalities. But he's not the only thing changing. The entire story of the book is his struggle to transform race relations in the United States and worldwide. But we're not sure that he's quite as effective at changing race relations as he is at transforming himself.
Questions About Transformation
- What are the major transformational moments in Malcolm X's life in The Autobiography of Malcolm X? What causes them?
- How do other people in The Autobiography of Malcolm X react to the changes in Malcolm X's life? Are the reactions negative or positive?
- What other transformations occur during the timeframe of The Autobiography of Malcolm X? What kind of transformation is Malcolm X fighting for?
Chew on This
Try on an opinion or two, start a debate, or play the devil’s advocate.
Malcolm X was too stubborn to change his philosophy in The Autobiography of Malcolm X.
While Malcolm X advocated for a complete transformation in race relations, Civil Rights leaders only sought modifications to the racial system in The Autobiography of Malcolm X.