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Born a Crime vs Educated
Born a Crime
49 positive (96%) · 2 mixed (4%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +95%
AI summary — not a quote
Born a Crime is an exceptionally well-received memoir by Trevor Noah that chronicles his childhood in South Africa during and after apartheid. It is widely praised for its unique blend of sharp humor and poignant social commentary, successfully balancing laugh-out-loud moments with the heavy realities of racial segregation and personal struggle. The book is frequently cited as a standout in the memoir genre, particularly for its storytelling and educational value regarding South African history.
Pros
- The author-narrated audiobook is highly recommended for its use of authentic accents and multiple languages.
- Masterful storytelling that balances hilarious anecdotes with serious, heavy subject matter.
- Provides a thoughtful and unique perspective on growing up biracial under apartheid.
- Avoids typical celebrity memoir tropes like name-dropping, focusing instead on genuine life experiences.
Cons
- No significant recurring negative feedback was found in the community discussions.
Top excerpts
I read Born a Crime by Trevor Noah on a 4.5 hour flight. Good and easy read. Really enjoyed it
*Born a Crime* by Trevor Noah (South Africa.)
I have read and enjoyed and learned a great deal from all of them.
The ones I DO consider memorable in a stand-out kind of way are: ... Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
Born a Crime by Trevor Noah was really fun, especially the audiobook as it’s read by him and he’s brilliant at all the accents of the people in his life.
Educated
35 positive (97%) · 0 mixed (0%) · 1 negative (3%)
Trust + time weighted: +95%
Top excerpts
Have you read Educated by Tara Westover, or Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie? Both excellent reads.
Parent context: It’s been in my to-read list for a long time because the cult aspect sounded interesting, so I might go ahead and pick it up! Thank you. Reply: It’s SO good. One of my favorite books.
Educated (nonfiction) ... one can conquer their upbringing / past
I’ve been eyeing Educated for awhile now. Good to see an endorsement for it here! I’m gonna have to take the plunge on it.
maybe try circe or educateed by tara westover hope it helps