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4.56 AVERAGE
4.56 AVERAGE
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Simply amazing. I can't think of any other words to describe this. Biographies and memoirs are not typically my thing, but this was mind-bendingly, life-changingly well done.
This book addresses apartheid, poverty, the hood, systemic racism, and Christianity. There are no statistics or 90-second news stories about apartheid that will come close to this book in terms of understanding its motive, effectiveness, and lasting impact on South African life.
This book addresses apartheid, poverty, the hood, systemic racism, and Christianity. There are no statistics or 90-second news stories about apartheid that will come close to this book in terms of understanding its motive, effectiveness, and lasting impact on South African life.
As a narrator, Trevor Noah is not only funny, but emotional and wonderfully eloquent. I was moved to tears and laughed out loud. Loved this book.
I recommend listening to the audiobook. It was very well done.
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Incredibly perceptive look at South Africa and race as a social construct, recounted with wit and a comedian’s storytelling craft.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Racial slurs, Racism
Thoroughly enjoyed this read!! I've always known that Trevor is a great storyteller but it's very evident in this book.
Growing up, I didn't learn much about apartheid (heck u @ american education system) so I learned a lot through Trevor's stories. Although this book is about Trevor, the main star of this book to me is Trevor's mom, Patricia. What a women - so resilient.
Growing up, I didn't learn much about apartheid (heck u @ american education system) so I learned a lot through Trevor's stories. Although this book is about Trevor, the main star of this book to me is Trevor's mom, Patricia. What a women - so resilient.
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
fast-paced