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Summary: "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah | Discussion Prompts
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New York Times bestselling book Born a Crime is a compelling story about a mischievous young boy who grows up into a restless young man. He struggles to find himself in the world but he was never supposed to exist in it. This inspiring story is also about that young man's relationship with his rebellious, fearless, and fervently religious mother. She was his teammate, determined to save her son from the cycle of violence, poverty, and abuse at the cost of her own life. Born a Crime is a collection of dramatic, hilarious and deeply moving stories about a boy making his own way at a dangerous time in a damaged world, armed with only his sense of humor and his mother’s love.
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In this comprehensive look into Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions. Be prepared to lead with the following:
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Disclaimer: This is a companion guide based on the work Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah and is not affiliated to the original work or author in any way. It does not contain any text of the original work. If you haven’t purchased the original work, we encourage you to do so first.
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