This Boy by Alan Johnson

This Boy : Paperback : Transworld Publishers Ltd : 9780552167017 : 0552167010 : 22 Apr 2014 : Alan Johnson's childhood was not so much difficult as unusual, particularly for a man who was destined to become Home Secretary. This book tells the story of two incredible women: Alan's mother, Lily, who battled against poor health, poverty, domestic violence and loneliness to try to ensure a better life for her children; and his sister, Linda.