Description: Born in 1962, Ilyasah Shabazz was only two years old when her father, Malcolm X, was assassinated. After the tragedy, her mother was determined to protect her daughters from the harsh glare of the media. Now Ilyasah has written an unforgettable memoir about her experiences, from childhood to college graduation. Here is a young woman carrying on the legacy of a renowned father and indomitable mother, forged by the memory of her parents' love, the meaning of their cause, and the power of their faith. Featuring reminiscences of friends, colleagues, and acquaintances including Coretta Scott King, Muhammad Ali, and Spike Lee -- "Growing Up X" is a fascinating, first-ever look at a family many have admired from afar . . . and never seen so close.

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