A Visible Man Synopsis
Edward Enninful has lived an extraordinary life. Here, for the first time, he shares the remarkable, inspiring story of his journey from a childhood bedroom in Ghana overlooking firing squads, to 1990s London - becoming the youngest-ever fashion director of i-D magazine at just eighteen years old.
Now the first Black editor-in-chief of British Vogue, he has created game-changing images of everyone from Beyonce to Meghan Markle, Kate Moss to Oprah Winfrey, Adele to Rihanna, and many more stars he now counts as friends.
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: of failures, loss, coming out, joy, hedonism, fame, love, heartbreak, sacrifice, ill health and era-defining achievements.
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 - just like he did.
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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
About Edward Enninful
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 Italian Vogue 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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