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52/100Critics
67/100Scholars
Author:
R. Eric Thomas
Publisher:
Ballantine Books
Date:
February 18, 2020
An Elle columnist considers his life as one on the outside looking inâwhether at his rich, mostly white, suburban high school, his conservative black church, or at his Ivy League college in a big cityâredefining what it means to be "other."
What The Reviewers Say
... shows [Thomas's] life and identity are much more vast and engaging than even this impressive résumé.
Alternately hilarious, touching, reflective, and insightful, this memoir will delight readers, who may find themselves reading sections of the book aloud to anyone within earshot.
Culture writer and playwright Thomas humorously explores the intersectionality of his identity and his struggle to find his place in the world. Thomas’ voice radiates off the page, providing an instant level of familiarity.
With humor, candor, and some self-deprecation, Thomas, a playwright and Elle columnist, delivers a debut essay collection that explores his search for self, love, and stable employment.
