{"title":"Hassan Akkad","description":"\u003cp\u003eHassan Akkad’s writing offers a deeply personal exploration of resilience and hope in the face of adversity. His memoirs draw readers into candid reflections on human strength, courage, and the pursuit of dignity during challenging times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted firmly in \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e, his works convey not only individual experiences but also broader themes of empathy and social justice, inviting readers to engage with stories that inspire and provoke thoughtful reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hope-not-fear-by-hassan-akkad-9781529059854","title":"Hope Not Fear","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn extraordinary story that deals with the urgent issues of our era . . . a story about resilience, renewal\u003c\/em\u003e - Elif Shafak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning testament to human strength, courage and compassion, \u003cem\u003eHope Not Fear\u003c\/em\u003e shows that nobody is powerless to change the world. This memoir from refugee, filmmaker, and activist Hassan Akkad traces his campaigns for justice, from protesting the Assad regime in Syria to winning greater rights for cleaners in the NHS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince seeking asylum in the UK, Hassan's unshakeable instinct to raise awareness, help and connect, has seen him share not only his experience as a refugee, but also his experiences during the coronavirus pandemic as a COVID ward cleaner and documentary filmmaker. As a witness and advocate, he bridges national and political divides; his humanity, sense of service and ideals bring people together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find yourself wondering where to find hope in difficult times, this book is the place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemarkable\u003c\/em\u003e - The Observer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA journey of hope and connection . . . this will do much to restore your faith.\u003c\/em\u003e - Stylist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48242305237228,"sku":"9781529059854","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529059854-hope-not-fear-1.jpg?v=1787970936"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/hassan-akkad.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}