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Will by Will  Smith
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I have been working on a translation of this book for the past two months, so I really don't feel like I can give it a fair rating one way or another. I will say it's an impressively written and constructed memoir, even if you're not too interested in Will Smith as a person. He covers topics like the early years of hip-hop, DJ-ing and MC-ing, music production, TV, Hollywood movies and the inner workings thereof � Will Smith had his hand in all of those and his perspective on most things is unique and often quite fascinating. He also delves deep into psychology and psyche, philosophy, his childhood and upbringing in West Philadelphia, and his relationships with parents, family and friends, including many other famous ones. Will Smith fans should definitely check it out, but even if you aren't one of them, the man lived a fascinating life and he tells his story well. Plus, if you're at all interested in any of the topics I mentioned, you'll find heaps of cool insider information here. I enjoyed working on this book very much, and can't wait to see it out in print soon!
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August 2, 2021 – Started Reading
August 24, 2021 – Shelved
August 24, 2021 – Shelved as: book-books
August 24, 2021 – Shelved as: memoirs
October 4, 2021 – Finished Reading

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message 1: by Alexander (new)

Alexander Peterhans Anything on Scientology?


message 2: by Artemy (new) - added it

Artemy Nothing on that specifically, unless a couple of jokey jabs at Tom Cruise's incredible work ethic count. He does discuss religion and spirituality a lot, but mostly in the general area of Christianity.


message 3: by Felice (new)

Felice Lam Translating to what language? :)


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Artemy Russian!


message 5: by Frank (new)

Frank Chukwu Hi can you help me a comprehensive summary of this book


message 6: by Mike (new)

Mike Dude! Finally catching up on some of the folks I haven't heard from in a while, and absolutely thrilled that your work pursuits have taken an upswing. After the horrors you described last year that you finally walked away from, this sounds like a massive step up. Hope you're keeping yourself well and entertained!


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Artemy Thank you so much, Mike! Yeah, this project was definitely my highlight of the year. I did collaborate on another book’s translation since then, and while the book itself wasn’t as interesting as this one, I still really like the process and hope that it can grow into a more steady, regular kind of thing.
How have you been? I remember you had some job and life troubles yourself, I hope everything’s okay now, or at least trending in the right direction.


message 8: by Mike (new)

Mike Can’t complain. My job is going well, even if the company is getting slower and more bureaucratic- they appreciate what I do and mostly stay out of my way, help me when I need it. Can’t ask for more then that. Life is as good as can be expected for a pandemic when we’re basically on lockdown - still married, dog is good, I have an Xbox to keep me distracted.


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