Born a Crime (2016) by Trevor Noah

Born a Crime is a powerful memoir by Trevor Noah, detailing his experiences growing up in South Africa during the apartheid era. The book combines humor and poignant storytelling to explore themes of identity, race, and resilience.
Rating: 4.6
Genres Biography, Memoir, Humor
Original language: en
Stars
Trevor Noah
Trevor's Mother
Trevor's Father
Various Friends and Family
Creators
Trevor Noah (author)
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