Life is Sad and Beautiful
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
$42.94
- Hardcover
320 pages
- Release Date
13 September 2022
Summary
The Sunday Times bestseller
THE DEBUT POETRY COLLECTION FROM THE ORIGINAL MUMMY’S BOY, HUSSAIN MANAWER.
‘I remember the day I wrote my first ever poem, I was sitting on my bed in the attic and started jotting down lines on this little notepad, little did I know where it would lead me professionally, personally and also psychologically. This is my life’s work to this date, all my notes, my favourite pieces that have served me through my darkest nights …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781529390186 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1529390184 |
| Author: | Hussain Manawer |
| Publisher: | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Imprint: | Yellow Kite |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 13 September 2022 |
| Weight: | 480g |
| Dimensions: | 218mm x 142mm x 30mm |
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Critics Review
An important exploration of navigating the darkest places - and coming through with hope.
An important exploration of navigating the darkest places - and coming through with hope. – Red Magazine
It’s powerful stuff, piercing the heart of what it means to experience grief, articulating the most confusing parts of the fog. – I-D
About The Author
Hussain Manawer
Hussain Manawer is a globally acclaimed Poet, Mental Health Advocate and Producer born in Newham and raised in Ilford, Essex. Known as ‘The Original Mummy’s Boy’, Hussain draws inspiration from personal experiences and grief following his mother’s sudden loss. He is sought after by dignitaries, major brands, and broadcasters to address global mental health struggles. His commissions and collaborations include The Royal Family, The BAFTAs, The FA, Global Citizen, One Young World, Burberry, Anthony Joshua, Marcus Rashford, Tyson Fury, England FC, Peaky Blinders, Soccer Aid For UNICEF, and Apple TV+, among others.
He appeared in the mental health docu-series, ‘The Me You Can’t See’, alongside Prince Harry and Oprah Winfrey, as well as Lady Gaga and Glen Close. Hussain’s poetry is also featured on the Archewell Audio Podcast Christmas Special with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. He created the ‘Mental Health Minute’ for The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, broadcast on all radio stations with a lineup including David Beckham, Joanna Lumley, Shirley Bassey, Jessie Lingard, Jamie Oliver, Anne Marie, and Charles Dance.
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