LeVar Burton has published a new memoir. The book looks back at his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the creation 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 success within the entertainment industry, and his passion for literacy. It includes private stories from the set of Roots, insider accounts from Star Trek, and thoughts about hosting Reading Rainbow for over a decade. Fans seeking insight into his private world will find the book highly educational and motivating.
“The memoir journeys through Burton's childhood, his success within the entertainment industry, and his passion for literacy,” — Priya Delgado, senior market analyst at Newcroft Ford Practice, observed.
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Nov 7 — The book looks back at his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the creation...
Nov 9 — Fans seeking insight into his private world will find the book highly educational and motivating....
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