Friday, July 26, 2019

August Book Pick



We met on Tuesday to discuss The Tattooist of Auschwitz.  Chelsea led the discussion and provided some yummy cookies for us to enjoy.  

Sarah G picked our book for August.  We will be reading Trevor Noah Born A Crime. 

Here is some information about the book: 
Trevor Noah, the funny guy who hosts The Daily Show on Comedy Central, shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa with a black South African mother and a white European father at a time when it was against the law for a mixed-race child to exist. But he did exist--and from the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his keen smarts and humor to navigate a harsh life under a racist government. 

This fascinating memoir blends drama, comedy, and tragedy to depict the day-to-day trials that turned a boy into a young man. In a country where racism barred blacks 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.

It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime not only provides a fascinating and honest perspective on South Africa's racial history, but it will also astound and inspire young readers looking to improve their own lives.

We will meet on Tuesday August 20 at 7:30 at Debby's house for our discussion.  Please join us and bring book suggestions for future book picks.    


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