Zaidi, Mohsin
A Dutiful Boy: A memoir of secrets, lies and family love (Winner of the LAMBDA 2021 Literary Award for Best Gay Memoir/Biography)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529112207
- author:
- Zaidi, Mohsin
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 12.9 x 2 centimeters (0.1
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Dutiful Boy: A Memoir of Secrets, Lies and Family Love by Mohsin Zaidi Growing up in a devout Shia Muslim community in east London, Mohsin felt like an outsider from a young age. He struggled to reconcile his own desires with the expectations of those around him, particularly his family. As he navigated the challenges of adolescence, Mohsin found himself torn between two worlds: one that demanded conformity and another that yearned for freedom. His journey is marked by moments of great courage and vulnerability, as he confronts the harsh realities of his circumstances and ultimately finds a way to break free. This powerful memoir is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and hope in the face of adversity.