Malcolm X; A Fire Burning Brightly by Walter Dean Myers, illustrated by Leonard Jenkins, HarperCollins January 2000, $16.99 ISBN 0-060-27707-6, ages 5-8
Because of Malcolm X's controversial messages, children's books about him are not nearly as plentiful as they should be. Myers skillfully approaches Malcolm X from early childhood through a troubled youth and finally to his rise as an important and complex leader. Myers weaves quotes from Malcolm's fiery speeches against the backdrop of Leonard Jenkins's strikingly bold paintings. The combination captures Malcolm's spirit and his changing beliefs.
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