Biography & History

Born a Crime

Biography & History

Born a Crime

Trevor Noah

The story delves into the life of Trevor Noah, the renowned comedian from South Africa. Born during apartheid, Trevor faced challenges due to his mixed-race heritage. Despite a troubled childhood marked by poverty and mischief, his mother's love and determination paved the way for his success. The book also touches on post-apartheid South Africa's struggles, Trevor's journey as a polyglot, and his rise to fame as a comedian while dealing with family hardships. Throughout his journey, Trevor's mother, Patricia, remained a source of inspiration and strength.

memoir

africa

race

21 min

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Born a Crime (2016) tells the story of broadcaster and comedian Trevor Noah as a child and young adult growing up in apartheid-era South Africa after its liberation. As an interracially mixed child, Noah describes his challenges and the social paradoxes he experienced growing up.

Résumé du livre

Trevor Noah is a South African comedian, television host, and political commentator. He is best known for hosting "The Daily Show," an American satirical news and talk show on Comedy Central. Trevor Noah was born on February 20, 1984, in Johannesburg, South Africa. He gained international fame for his wit, humor, and insightful commentary on political and social issues through his work on "The Daily Show."

"Comfort can be dangerous. Comfort provides a floor but also a ceiling."

"People don’t want to be rich. They want to be able to choose. The richer you are, the more choices you have. That is the freedom of money."

"We spend so much time being afraid of failure, afraid of rejection. But regret is the thing we should fear most."

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