It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime by Trevor Noah, comedian and host of The Daily Show, shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa, the child of a black South African mother and a white European father, during a time known as Apartheid when it was against the law for a mixed-race child like him to exist. From the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his keen smarts and humor to navigate a harsh life under a racist government. This compelling memoir blends drama, comedy, and tragedy to depict South Africa's racial history and the day-to-day trials that turned a boy into a young man. In a country where racism barred black South Africans from social, educational, and economic opportunity, Trevor surmounted staggering obstacles and created a promising future for himself, thanks to his mom's unwavering love and indomitable will.
Awards & Recognition
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