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August Wilson's school years were marked by challenges and a lack of formal education, as he dropped out of high school at the age of 15 due to racial discrimination and a lack of support. Despite this setback, he was an avid reader and self-educated himself through literature and the arts. His experiences in the predominantly African American neighborhoods of Pittsburgh, combined with his passion for storytelling, significantly influenced his later work as a playwright. Wilson's early life shaped his understanding of race, identity, and the African American experience, themes that would permeate his plays.

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