Betty Before X by Renée Watson and Ilyasah Shabazz (2018, Hardcover)

This hardcover novel by Renée Watson and Ilyasah Shabazz, titled "Betty Before X," is a beautifully written and illustrated piece of historical literature. The book tells the story of Betty, a young girl growing up in Detroit during the 1940s, who later becomes known as Betty Shabazz, the wife of the legendary human rights activist Malcolm X.

This first edition, inscribed and signed by Renée Watson herself, features an unabridged narrative with a dust jacket, making it a perfect addition to any young adult or ages 9-12 reader's collection. The book is in like-new condition, with a length of 8.5in, width of 6.1in, height of 1.1in and weighing 12 oz. It includes 256 pages and is published by Farrar, Straus & Giroux. Discover the captivating story of Betty before X and her journey towards becoming a civil rights activist with this incredible novel.