Published by
Muhammad's Mosque of Islam No. 2, American, founded 1972
Written by
Muhammad, Elijah, American, 1897 - 1975
Date
1973
Medium
paper, ink, and adhesive
Dimensions
H x W x D: 8 3/8 × 5 3/4 × 7/8 in. (21.3 × 14.6 × 2.2 cm)
Description
This hardcover book has a laminated paper book jacket which features a graphic design. The front cover is split primarily in two opposing horizontal sections; the top section is black with red text drawn to resemble flames and the bottom section is red with black and yellow text. The text reads [THE FALL/OF/AMERICA/by ELIJAH MUHAMMAD/"Most powerful Blackman in America." Reader's Digest]. The word "America" is typed within a white outline drawing of the continental United States. There is some fading of the color on the cover.
Place printed
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Books and Published Materials
Type
hardcover books
Topic
Islam
Race relations
Religion
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Malcolm Ali
Object number
2015.24.4
Restrictions & Rights
© 1973 Elijah Muhammad
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd553cfa87a-da4d-4433-8bb0-5379160db7d2

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