Alex Haley is famous for writing which two books?

• A. Roots and The Autobiography of Malcolm X
• B. The Odyssey and The Iliad
• C. Roots and The Color Purple
• D. The Autobiography of Malcolm X and The Beast Within

Answer: (A)

Alex Haley is famous for two works, Roots and The Autobiography of Malcolm X. Roots, published in 1976, traces his family history from Africa through slavery and into modern America, blending research with a sweeping narrative. It resonated deeply, spawning a landmark miniseries and sparking broad discussions about slavery’s legacy and Black history. The Autobiography of Malcolm X, published in 1965 and co-authored with Malcolm X through extensive interviews, offers a powerful, firsthand account of Malcolm X’s life, beliefs, and the civil rights era, reshaping how many readers understand race, identity, and social change. These two books together established Haley’s lasting influence in American literature and history. The other options include works not authored by Haley or pairings that don’t reflect his notable contributions.