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By: Simon Woolley
Narrated by: Jonathan Andrew Hume
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'Simon Woolley revolutionised British politics' - Guardian

Can an outsider ever become a member of the establishment?

Simon Woolley is a member of the House of Lords, the first Black man to head an Oxbridge college, and a policy changemaker who has the ear of prime ministers and the future King. But this is a Lord who wants to shake up the establishment; an outsider who knows how important it is to bring underrepresented voices to the table.

Raised by loving white foster parents on the impoverished St Matthew's Estate in Leicester, young Simon soon learnt about politics while in line at the barber's and about racism as one of the few Black children in the neighbourhood. The desire to make the world better was awakened during a trip to South America, where he saw revolutionary politics first hand, and discovered how activism could change people's lives. Inspired, he co-founded Operation Black Vote in 1996, credited with encouraging thousands of Black men and women to exercise their right to vote over the past 25 years.

Soar is a story of courage and commitment, of perseverance and remaining positive despite the challenges of institutional racism. It's about becoming a father and honouring your heritage. But most of all, it's about being your own role model, when no others have been available to you. Cultural & Regional Politicians Politics & Activism Social justice
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Loved this book and all that Simon shares. Such an inspiring individual, activist and change maker.

What an inspiration!

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What is there not to love about this autobiography...?
Lord Simon Woolley.... Well done, well done! And keep soaring!!

Soar is outstanding...!!

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I found myself stopping what I was doing to listen carefully so many times! His story is so profoundly interesting and important. I found myself dreaming of all the things I could achieve chapter after chapter. Such a great listen - would highly recommend !

Absolutely loved this book

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Started off really interesting. After this it became rather a chore to finish I am afraid. Very disappointed

First few chapters were good, not very interesting after that.

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