Description

In this powerful, accessible work, Betty Shabazz’s story comes to life through the lens of her earliest years—before the world knew her as a symbol of strength, intellect, and resilience. Following her journey from childhood to young adulthood, the narrative traces how family, community, and personal determination shape the person she becomes. With themes of identity, education, perseverance, and the enduring impact of love and mentorship, the book invites readers to consider how beginnings influence destinies. Written with the clarity and emotional immediacy associated with Ilyasah Shabazz’s storytelling, it offers both inspiration and insight into the formative experiences that helped define a remarkable life.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Farrar, Straus & Giroux

Published Jan 1, 2018

178 pages

ISBN: 9780374306113

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Details

First Published

2017

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Betty Before X by Ilyasah Shabazz.

Racism/Discrimination
Death/Grief
War/Trauma