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- ISBN-13: 9780241466957
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
- Binding: Paperback
- No of Pages: 384
- Weight: 268 gr
- ISBN-10: 0241466954
- Publisher Date: 02 Jun 2022
- Height: 198 mm
- Spine Width: 35 mm
- Width: 129 mm
Availability: Out of Stock
The Fortune Men
SKU: 9780241466957
Original price was: ₹499.00.₹399.00Current price is: ₹399.00.
A searing true-crime story of injustice, racism, and innocence betrayed. Mahmood Mattan, a Somali sailor living in Cardiff’s Tiger Bay, is wrongly accused of murdering a local shopkeeper. Nina Power’s “The Fortune Men” (ISBN: 9780241466957) exposes the shocking miscarriage of justice that led to Mattan’s wrongful conviction and execution in 1952. Explore themes of prejudice, identity, and the fight for truth in this gripping and powerful true crime narrative.
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Abhishek Kumar –
Important and eye-opening. It’s a difficult read, given the subject matter, but a necessary one. Some parts were repetitive.
S Mizan Ahmed –
A thought-provoking exploration of prejudice and its devastating consequences. While the story is impactful, the writing style felt a little detached.
Priya Sahani –
A powerful but heartbreaking read. The injustice is infuriating. Mahmood’s story is one that needs to be told and remembered. However, it was a bit slow at times.
Nikhil Gupta –
A compelling true crime story that will stay with you long after you finish reading. The author did an outstanding job. The book is a bit depressing.
Kavesh Pandit –
Brilliantly written and deeply disturbing. It is a stark reminder of the racism pervasive in society then and now. Highly recommend.
Chirag –
The Fortune Men is a gripping account of a wrongful conviction. The book portrays the miscarriage of justice. Overall, it’s a powerful and moving read.
Atharv Agrawal –
The book highlights a terrible injustice. It was well-researched but at times felt a bit dry and academic. I wish there was more focus on the victim.
Yashraj Mahesh Mohrir –
An excellent book that exposes a shameful chapter in history. It’s well-written and thoroughly researched. Highly recommend reading. Few chapters could have been shorter.