Section 1: A Childhood Under Apartheid

Section 2: Living Between Worlds

Section 3: The Influence of Family and Religion

Section 4: Experiences of Love and School

Section 5: Introduction to Comedy, Hustling and Crime

Section 6: Life Amidst Domestic Violence

Section 7: Beyond Survival and Life Transformation

Section 8: Triumphs and Escape From Poverty

Section 9: Discovery of Purpose and Pursuit of Comedy

Section 10: Reflections on Race, Culture and Identity

Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood is a compelling, inspiring, and comically sublime coming of age story of Trevor Noah, the famous comedian and host of The Daily Show, who was born illegal during the apartheid era in South Africa. His tales weave together to form a moving portrait of a boy making his way through a damaged world using his quick wit, humor, and undeniable spirit.