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I don't like nonfiction. I've only read a handful of autobiographies in my life. Yet I have to say that this book is one of my favorites.
I know what some of you are thinking; what can possibly be interesting about a guy talking about himself. Now, if you AREN'T thinking that, I completely understand. You have already discover the beauty of an autobiography. However, if you ARE thinking that, then let me tell you; when your reading Black Boy, you forget that you're reading an autobiography. Some ...more
I know what some of you are thinking; what can possibly be interesting about a guy talking about himself. Now, if you AREN'T thinking that, I completely understand. You have already discover the beauty of an autobiography. However, if you ARE thinking that, then let me tell you; when your reading Black Boy, you forget that you're reading an autobiography. Some ...more

May 29, 2013
Ilib4kids
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I read this for school, and I shall admit I liked it. However, when my english teacher told us that several parts of the book were "made-up" and were not true, I lost interest. This was supposed to be a memior, and I would have appreciated it more, if the author had kept with the truth and not tried to "spice" up his life story.
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Sep 01, 2009
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Jan 11, 2016
Vicki Hyatt
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Jun 24, 2024
Heli
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Jun 25, 2024
Steph Davis
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