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A Woman like me Diane Abbott

£80.00

    • The book chronicles Diane Abbott’s life, from her childhood as a child of Windrush generation parents in 1960s North London, to her historic position as the first Black woman elected to the UK Parliament. It details her struggles and triumphs in the face of racism and sexism.
    • “A Woman Like Me” offers a candid and insightful look into the life of Diane Abbott, a trailblazing figure in British politics.
    • The memoir delves into her experiences growing up in a working-class Jamaican household, her time at Cambridge University, and her decades of service in Parliament.
    • Abbott recounts the challenges she has faced, including:
      • Overcoming racial and gender barriers.
      • Dealing with intense media and social media scrutiny.
      • Navigating the complexities of the political landscape.
    • The book also highlights her advocacy for social justice, including her work on education, anti-war activism, and immigration rights.
    • It is described as being written with frankness and wry humour. And it shows her resiliance, and dedication to her political beliefs.
    • The book provides a look into the life of a woman who has been a very important figure in British political history.

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