Sarfraz Manzoor Libri

A powerful and deeply personal exploration of a divided country - and a radical vision for change

This is the true story of Sarfraz Manzoor, who came to Britain from Pakistan as a small child and grew up in Bury Park, Luton. Bis book describes the trials and tribulations of growing up as a Pakistani Muslim in Britain. We learn about conflicts with his family and about the power of music to transcend race and religion. Full of gratitude to his parents, his story is an inspiration to follow your dreams.

Sarfraz Manzoor was two years old when his family emigrated from Pakistan to join his father in Bury Park, Luton. His teenage years were a constant battle to reconcile being both British and Muslim. But when his best friend introduced him to Bruce Springsteen, his life changed for ever. In this affectionate and timely memoir, Manzoor retraces his journey from the frustrations of his childhood to his reaction to the tragedies of 9/11 and 7/7.Original, darkly tender and wryly amusing, this is an inspiring tribute to the power of music to transcend race and religion and a moving account of a relationship between father and son.