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African Americans - Politics and Government - History, 20th Century American History - Civil Rights, Civil Rights - African American History, United States - Civil Rights Movement - History, African Americans - Law, Politics, & Government, African America

Malcolm X

by Cammy S. Bourcier
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Overview

Carlos Mencia was born in Honduras and grew up in Los Angeles. One of 18 children, he always wanted more attention but was not sure how to get it. One day his friends convinced him to try out at a comedy club. From that day on, he knew exactly what he wanted to be-a stand-up comedian.

The path to fame was rocky. It was hard being a Latino comedian, and Mencia struggled to make a name for himself. But his routines made people laugh, and his determination paid off. Today, Carlos Mencia has all the attention he ever wanted. He is one of America's top comedians.

Synopsis

Carlos Mencia was born in Honduras and grew up in Los Angeles. One of 18 children, he always wanted more attention but was not sure how to get it. One day his friends convinced him to try out at a comedy club. From that day on, he knew exactly what he wanted to be-a stand-up comedian.

The path to fame was rocky. It was hard being a Latino comedian, and Mencia struggled to make a name for himself. But his routines made people laugh, and his determination paid off. Today, Carlos Mencia has all the attention he ever wanted. He is one of America's top comedians.

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Book Details

Published
October 1, 2008
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pages
64
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781422207567

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