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A Visible Man

The Sunday Times bestseller and BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week
By Edward Enninful
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Edward Enninful's A Visible Man offers an inspiring glimpse into his journey from growing up in Ghana to becoming the editor-in-chief of British Vogue. The memoir delves into his personal and professional challenges, triumphs, and the transformative power of fashion.
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You might enjoy this book if you are inspired by personal stories of resilience and transformation in the fashion industry. The author shares his journey as a trailblazing figure from Ghana to becoming a leading voice in global fashion, offering insights into his challenges, triumphs, and the importance of diversity and inclusion.

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AS HEARD ON STEPHEN BARTLETT'S DIARY OF A CEO
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK

‘I wish he could be editor of the world!’ GRAHAM NORTON
‘Courageously truthful’ SALMAN RUSHDIE
‘Inspiring and fascinating’ BERNARDINE EVARISTO

Edward Enninful has lived an extraordinary life.

Here, for the first time, he shares the inspiring story of his journey, beginning in a childhood bedroom in Ghana overlooking firing squads, to arriving in 1990s London as an asylum seeker, to today setting the cultural agenda as the first Black editor-in-chief of British Vogue. His covers have changed our understanding of beauty and desirability. Featuring exclusively African models, first responders, global activists and the oldest cover star at age 85, they have also broken sales records.

This is the story of how he did it.

A Visible Man is the story of a husband, son, brother, friend – and icon. Taking us from the neon thrills of Soho clubs to nights spent on friends’ sofas, this is the story of Edward’s phenomenal grit and determination: through fame and failures, joy and loss, ill health and addiction, heartbreak and coming out. It’s the story of one man’s revolutionary mission to change how we see the world, showing how unwavering passion and perseverance can allow anyone to make their mark.

‘Enjoy it. Share it.’ IDRIS ELBA
‘Inspirational . . . and it’s not just for people in fashion’ CLAUDIA WINKLEMAN
‘One of the most inspirational books I’ve ever read’ CHRIS EVANS
'Edward Enninful is a pioneer’ ELIZABETH DAY

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A Visible Man by Edward Enninful is highly praised for its insightful and heartfelt storytelling. Reviewers laud it as an inspiring and entertaining memoir, rich with honest reflections on his journey as a black, gay man in the fashion industry. Enninful's story is noted for its relatability and encouragement, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his groundbreaking influence and the challenges he faced.

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ISBN: 9781526641564

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 287g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Edward Enninful is editor-in-chief of British Vogue and the European Editorial Director for Vogue. As a lifelong advocate for diverse voices, Edward spearheaded "The Black Issue" at Vogue Italia which featured only Black models. He eventually rose to become the fashion and style director of W Magazine. In 2017, Edward became editor-in-chief of British Vogue, making him the only Black person to serve in this role in the history of Vogue. Born in Ghana, he currently resides in London.

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