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Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood

Trevor Noah

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Why we're reading this: From the bestselling author Trevor Noah--available in our print collection as well as an e-book on the Li…more
[close] From the bestselling author Trevor Noah--available in our print collection as well as an e-book on the Libby app.

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Jul 23, 2017 Kristen rated it it was amazing

I'm so glad I picked this up! By turns hilarious and heartbreaking. I learned so much not only about Apartheid, but the power of the human spirit. Noah is a gifted storyteller. Listen on audio if you can! ...more

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Jul 25, 2017 Wendy rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: non-fic-recommendations

Trevor Noah is so humorous and insightful on The Daily Show, I decided to give his book a listen. A story about his life growing up in South Africa during and after apartheid, it is both funny and heart-wrenching. His love for his mother shines throughout. I highly recommend it!

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Dec 06, 2019 Lisa Mayoras rated it it was amazing

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Funny, heart breaking and genuine. Trevor's personal account of his life in South Africa and being raised by a single mother will have you laughing and crying throughout the book. ...more

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