Description
In this unflinchingly honest memoir, Alan Cumming invites readers into the complex landscape of his family history, confronting the shadows of his father's abuse and the secrets that have long haunted him. He navigates the painful journey of reconciliation, seeking to understand the man who shaped him while simultaneously forging his own identity. Cumming's powerful narrative explores themes of trauma, forgiveness, and the enduring search for truth, revealing the profound impact of our origins on who we become. With characteristic wit and vulnerability, he shares a deeply personal story that resonates with anyone who has grappled with their past and the complicated bonds of family.
Available Editions
paperback
Harper Collins
Published Oct 7, 2014
209 pages
ISBN: 9780062225085
paperback
Dey Street Books
Published May 5, 2015
304 pages
ISBN: 9780062225078
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Details
First Published
2015
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Not My Father's Son by Alan Cumming.