Being born to Earl Littles, who was a member of the 'Universal Negro Improvement Association ', Malcolm experienced a firsthand racism at an early age. ... Despite Little receiving threats of death from the White racists, the police force dismissed the claims of threats citing that Malcolm's father committed a suicide. Malcolm's mother suffered a shock as a result of Little's demise. ... However, Louise, is Malcolm's mother, was fathered by the white man via raping. ...

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• Approx Pages: 15
• Has Bibliography

A dark corner of history now has a little more light. Never has a book of history opened my eyes wider, captivated me more, than the story of Malcom Little. ... It was hard for Louise Little to take care of her family and she finally had to ask for help from the government relief program. ... A summer with his half sister, Ella Little, showed Malcom just what he was missing. ... It was the question, some argue, that changed Malcom Little's life forever. ...

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• Grade Level: High School