Description
Discover the powerful memoir 'Make Believe' that delves deep into the life of Hakim Jamal, a prominent figure shaped by the teachings of Malcolm X. This gripping narrative, published by Granta in 2022, explores themes of friendship, love, and the haunting struggle against addiction and mental health challenges. Following a turbulent upbringing and a period of institutional care, Hakim becomes a passionate spokesperson for the Nation of Islam movement, captivating audiences in London and beyond. His journey is marked by a turbulent relationship with Gale Benson, the daughter of a British MP, as they navigate love and loss amidst societal injustice. With raw honesty, Diana Athill, co-author and confidante, offers a reflective and emotionally charged account of Hakim's life, capturing the essence of the tumultuous late Sixties and Seventies. This must-read memoir is not just a biography; it's a vivid exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the extremes one can face. Perfect for readers interested in memoirs that resonate with authenticity and depth. With a brand new condition and ISBN 9781783787449, this book is an essential addition to your collection.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781783787449
Year: 2022
Publisher: Granta
Description:
Following a turbulent upbringing, a history of addiction and a committal to an asylum, the teachings of Malcolm X changed Hakim Jamal's life. He became an eloquent, rousing spokesperson for the Nation of Islam movement, moved to London, began a relationship with Gale Benson - the daughter of a British MP - and published a book about Malcolm X, with Diana Athill. Before long, however, he began behaving erratically again, and believed himself to be God.
Raw and unflinching, Make Believe is a memoir of friendship, love, mania and injustice. A witness to his struggles, Athill reflects on her relationship with Hakim with characteristic empathy and candour, whilst charting the events that led to Gale's - and not long after, Hakim's - murder.
'Unnervingly candid, cooly harrowing, redolent of the hectic late Sixties and early Seventies but oddly suggestive of the tortuous depths that all relationships hold' - John Updike
'A memoir with the immediacy and grip of a good novel' - Hilary Mantel
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781783787449
Year: 2022
Publisher: Granta
Description:
Following a turbulent upbringing, a history of addiction and a committal to an asylum, the teachings of Malcolm X changed Hakim Jamal's life. He became an eloquent, rousing spokesperson for the Nation of Islam movement, moved to London, began a relationship with Gale Benson - the daughter of a British MP - and published a book about Malcolm X, with Diana Athill. Before long, however, he began behaving erratically again, and believed himself to be God.
Raw and unflinching, Make Believe is a memoir of friendship, love, mania and injustice. A witness to his struggles, Athill reflects on her relationship with Hakim with characteristic empathy and candour, whilst charting the events that led to Gale's - and not long after, Hakim's - murder.
'Unnervingly candid, cooly harrowing, redolent of the hectic late Sixties and early Seventies but oddly suggestive of the tortuous depths that all relationships hold' - John Updike
'A memoir with the immediacy and grip of a good novel' - Hilary Mantel