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47 Memoirs Everyone Should Read

By Johanna Golden

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October 09, 2019

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12 min read

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Memoir books offer readers a rare glimpse into the world’s most interesting minds. Whether you’re looking for an educational, inspirational, or even humorous experience, this round-up of the best memoir books includes something for everyone. Joan Didion, Ta-Nehisi Coates, and Mary Karr top the list. Check out our list of the best memoir books below, complete with publishers’ descriptions.