A Visible Man

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Anyone interested in what it takes, from a beautiful human being's point of view, to change an industry from within, should read this book. Edward offers an insight only he can -- Idris Elba Edward Enninful inspires a whole new generation to show us anything is possible when you work hard with love and passion . . . This book is a revelation and shows the genius and strength of this wonderful, pioneering, legendary man of fashion -- Donatella Versace I had so much fun reading A Visible Man. Edward, as always, speaks from his very large heart -- Grace Coddington His absorbing self-portrait gives us profound insights into growing up black and gay in Ghana, London, and in the fashion media . . . It's a terrific and, I think, important book -- Salman Rushdie What fun! -- Kate Moss Edward's story is a true beacon of inspiration, hope and change for the better. He has blazed a path for so many to follow, which sadly had never been possible before -- Claudia Schiffer Edward's journey is a lesson for the culture and future generations to come -- Naomi Campbell An inspiring and fascinating memoir about an extraordinary man who has become a major global changemaker . . . He writes about the highs and lows of his life and career with an admirably honest self-awareness about his own vulnerabilities . . . [and] a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed when you are considered an outsider -- Bernardine Evaristo Inspiring, entertaining, ground-breaking -- Munroe Bergdorf I knew very little of Edward Enninful's life before reading his new memoir. What a story! A fairytale that never shies away from the harsh realities of contemporary life. I wish he could be editor of the world!' -- Graham Norton Edward's book is the proof that you that you can have a beautiful soul, an extraordinary eye, and a loving heart... and confirms that showing vulnerability can be inspiring and glamorous! -- Diana von Furstenberg Edward Enninful is not just a local hero but a globe icon -- Steve McQueen Edward is carrying out important work, leading change, and challenging the obsolete elements of the fashion system, while never disrespecting the legacy and the goals that fashion has achieved -- Giorgio Armani A remarkable book' -- Krishnan Guru-Murthy The memoir - beautifully written and compelling - depicts the story of a shy, studious boy from a conservative, high-achieving family whose talent and drive propelled him from nowhere to the top of the fashion world . . . He is a serious man, on a serious mission; complacency is not in his vocabulary * Irish Examiner * What a book . . . I inhaled it . . . Inspirational . . . The book is wonderful . . . and it's not just for people in fashion -- Claudia Winkleman While his achievements (and friendship with Rihanna) are the reason to pick up his memoir, the real treat is in his come-up story, which he tells with honesty, heart and plenty of juicy details - qualities that are still all-too-rare in fashion * Guardian Australia: 15 Great Celebrity Memoirs *