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BORN A CRIME

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Born a crime is a powerful memoir by Trevor Noah which has profoundly used humor to tell a story that relates to many people in African settings. He humorously explores the complexities of his identity as a mixed-race child navigating a divided society. He dissects issues such as race,resilience and the profound influence of his mother. This memoir serves as a reflection on the broader human experience offering insights into the struggles living in a fractured world.

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DEAR IJEAWELE

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie shares fifteen crucial suggestions for young girls to help them navigate a world that imposes limitations on gender roles. In her book, she shares the importance of building confidence,independence and resilience in girls.She shares a letter to her friend as a guide and a manifesto as she advocates for gender equality. She uses her insightful words to challenge the norm where society has set expectations for women.

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Qoutes

Motherhood is a glorious gift

Chimamanda Ngozi

DEAR IJEAWELE

Be honest ! Be self-reliant!

Chimamanda Ngozi

DEAR IJEAWELE

Marriage is not an achievement

Chimamanda Ngozi

DEAR IJEAWELE

Make a difference

Chimamanda Ngozi

DEAR IJEAWELE

Being chosen is the greatest gift you can give to another human being.

Trevor Noah

BORN A CRIME

"That, and so many other smaller incidents in my life,made me realize that language,even more than color,defines who you are to people. "

Trevor Noah

BORN A CRIME

"In America, the dream is to make it out of the ghetto.In Soweto,because there was no leaving the ghetto,the dream was to transform the ghetto."

Trevor Noah

BORN A CRIME

"Don't fight the system,mock the system."

Trevor Noah

BORN A CRIME

“I wasn’t popular but I wasn’t an outcast. I was everywhere with everybody, and at the same time I was all by myself.”

Trevor Noah

BORN A CRIME

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