{"product_id":"9781529064179","title":"Maybe I Don't Belong Here","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaybe I Don't Belong Here\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful memoir by David Harewood, taking readers on a profound journey from his working-class roots in Birmingham to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Through his candid storytelling, Harewood confronts the harsh realities of racism that have shaped his life, offering an unflinching look at the societal issues that persist today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative intricately weaves together Harewood's personal experiences with the broader context of racial injustice. He explores the impact of systemic racism on his mental health, culminating in a psychotic breakdown that led to his commitment under the Mental Health Act. This pivotal moment serves as a backdrop for Harewood’s exploration of his family's history and the enduring effects of everyday racism on Black mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRacism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harewood's reflections provide a stark examination of the everyday racism that affects individuals and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMental Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e The memoir highlights the intersection of race and mental health, shedding light on a topic often overlooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harewood grapples with his identity within the contexts of race and success, offering insights into his personal evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This book is a call to examine societal biases and their impact on mental health.\" \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his poignant prose, David Harewood invites readers to reflect on their own perceptions and the societal structures that influence us all. Fans of memoirs that tackle difficult themes, such as \u003cstrong\u003eBecoming\u003c\/strong\u003e by Michelle Obama or \u003cstrong\u003eJust As I Am\u003c\/strong\u003e by Cicely Tyson, will find resonance in Harewood's narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pan Macmillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53482656563532,"sku":"9781529064179","price":10.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781529064179_front.webp?v=1765292560","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/products\/9781529064179","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}