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Prohibido nacer: Memorias de racismo, rabia y risa by Trevor Noah, David De Las Heras, Javier Calvo
leggup's review against another edition
5.0
I don't usually read celebrity books, especially after Tina Fey's acclaimed book was a solid 3/5 for me, but everyone recommended this book. I love Trevor Noah's show and overall charisma. The book read in his voice. I had heard him talk about South Africa (and visit it) and was already interested in hearing more.
His childhood was marked by the gradual end of apartheid. That's astonishing- he's not much older than me. He investigates his culture and his upbringing in a way that brings you in like he's explaining to a friend he wouldn't expect you to know.
He's open about his shortcomings too. He's not a Pure & Wholesome rags-to-riches golden child. He also doesn't focus on his rise to fame at all- the story timeline ends in his early 20s. This is a story of an outsider, an observer, a survivor.
His childhood was marked by the gradual end of apartheid. That's astonishing- he's not much older than me. He investigates his culture and his upbringing in a way that brings you in like he's explaining to a friend he wouldn't expect you to know.
He's open about his shortcomings too. He's not a Pure & Wholesome rags-to-riches golden child. He also doesn't focus on his rise to fame at all- the story timeline ends in his early 20s. This is a story of an outsider, an observer, a survivor.
daisyjones_andthesix's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
4.75
shelleydavis's review against another edition
5.0
f you don’t know who Trevor Noah is then you’ve clearly been living under a rock. I won’t ruin it for you by telling you who he is – go put his name in YouTube and get ready to laugh – you’re welcome. In Born a Crime, Noah takes us on a journey through post-apartheid South Africa and the early years of his life – from almost being kidnapped, to spending time in jail up to dealing with a traumatic accident with his mother. While this may seem like a horrific childhood, Noah keeps you laughing throughout his tales. While I studied South African apartheid in college and have a pretty good understanding of the system, he does an excellent job explaining the intricacies of the racial divide in the South Africa for those who may be unfamiliar. If I was a college professor this would definitely be mandatory reading for my students.
boyfouronetwo's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book very much. It made me want to learn more about South African history. My only complaint about this book is it’s cadence. He kept shifting back and forth between different times of his life, and the ending was a bit abrupt. Good book though, and he narrates the story very well if you’re into audio books.
hilary_weckstein's review against another edition
4.0
Normally I prefer reading but I recommend listening to this one. The story comes alive so much more in his voice and with his comedic timing.