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Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood
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March 1, 2017
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March 31, 2017
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Cam
Apr 28, 2019 rated it really liked it

Born a Crime is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist.
Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. Living proof of his parents’ indiscretion. Trevor has a hilarious way of telling stories of his upbringing.
Randy A.
You don't have to be a Trevor Noah fan to love these essays. This book was so good - for it's clever insights on the human condition - it's not a humor book. It really exceeded my expectations, and I'd highly recommend it. I read it but I'm sure the audiobook is also well done. ...more
Sarah Suzy
Jan 16, 2019 rated it it was amazing
It’s Trevor Noah! What’s not to love?! Interesting as well as enjoyable and funny.
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