West Tennessee native Alex Haley is perhaps best known for writing the book behind the ABC mini-series “Roots.” His childhood home is just 50 miles from Memphis in Henning. We explore the hidden history behind the best-selling African-American author of all time, by hearing first-hand accounts of his life from a Mid-South woman who knew him well.
In this web extra, hear more from the Alex Haley Museum’s Former Executive Director, Charletta Campbell Norfolk.
