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Black Privilege

Charlamagne Tha God
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Black Privilege

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

Charlamagne Tha God

Black Privilege

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It by Charlamagne Tha God is a nonfiction book that blends autobiography and self-improvement, detailing Charlamagne's journey from a challenging upbringing in rural South Carolina, through various setbacks in his career as a radio DJ, to his success as the host of The Breakfast Club. The book is structured around eight principles aimed at helping readers achieve success through self-awareness, hard work, and learning from failures. The book includes references to drug dealing and incarceration.

Informative

Inspirational

Humorous

Challenging

Upbeat

Reviews & Readership

4.5

11,915 ratings

89%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Black Privilege by Charlamagne Tha God offers insightful anecdotes and tough-love advice that resonate well with readers seeking motivation, particularly within marginalized communities. Praise is given for its raw honesty and humor. However, some reviewers feel it lacks depth in exploring socioeconomic complexities. Overall, it is an empowering and candid read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Black Privilege?

Readers who gravitate towards motivational memoirs and self-help books like Steve Harvey's Act Like a Success, Think Like a Success or Trevor Noah's Born a Crime will appreciate Black Privilege. They're likely seeking authenticity, humor, and practical advice from someone who has overcome significant adversity.

4.5

11,915 ratings

89%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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