LeVar Burton has released a new memoir. The book reviews his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the start of Reading Rainbow. Readers and critics describe it as a must-read. A nationwide book tour will take Burton through cities across the United States.
The memoir journeys through Burton's childhood, his rise in the entertainment industry, and his passion for literacy. It includes private stories from the set of Roots, behind-the-scenes stories from Star Trek, and reflections on hosting Reading Rainbow for over a decade. Fans seeking insight into his off-screen life will find the book highly educational and motivating.
“The memoir journeys through Burton's childhood, his rise in the entertainment industry, and his passion for literacy,” — Chloe Radcliffe, staff writer at Elmcroft Dale Partnership, explained.
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Nov 7 — The book reviews his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the start of Readi...
Nov 9 — Fans seeking insight into his off-screen life will find the book highly educational and motivating....
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