53 pages • 1 hour read
Wes MooreDiscovering Wes Moore
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | YA | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Discovering Wes Moore by Wes Moore, based on his best-selling memoir The Other Wes Moore, contrasts the lives of two men named Wes Moore from similar Baltimore backgrounds. One becomes a Rhodes Scholar and White House Fellow, while the other faces life imprisonment for murder. The book explores their diverging paths and highlights the impact of role models and choices on their futures. The book includes accounts of abuse, drug addiction, and systemic failings in healthcare and education.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Discovering Wes Moore by Wes Moore has generally received positive reviews for its inspiring and thought-provoking narrative. It is praised for its honest depiction of life's challenges and the importance of making good choices. However, some critics feel the book lacks depth in certain areas, making it more suitable for younger audiences. Overall, it is a compelling read that resonates with many.
Who Should Read Discovering Wes Moore?
Readers who are inspired by true stories of overcoming adversity and exploring the impact of choices would enjoy Discovering Wes Moore. Fans of The Other Wes Moore by the same author or The Pursuit of Happyness by Chris Gardner will find a similar compelling narrative. Ideal for those interested in personal growth and social issues.
RecommendedReading Age
12-18yearsLexile Level
840LBook Details
Inspirational
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Children's Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Identity: Race
Race / Racism
Class
Poverty