The Power of the Outsider

A Journey of Discovery

By: Samuel Kasumu

Narrated by: Adam Courting

A fascinating investigation into the value of difference and an inspiring blueprint for outsiders everywhere.

Samuel Kasumu was the most senior black advisor in Boris Johnson's government, until he left in April 2021. Throughout his time in Whitehall, Samuel became increasingly aware that he was an outsider - that his own experiences, assumptions and language were so different to many of those he found himself surrounded by in Downing Street.

In this audiobook Samuel considers who outsiders are, why they are not talked about enough and how it can be a source of strength that leads them to become high achievers. He argues that the success of many great people can be explained by their outsider status.

Drawing on his own experiences in government, growing up and beyond, as well as the stories of other outsiders, famous and lesser known, Samuel shows how outsiders are more likely to be trailblazers and break barriers, how they have a greater sense of perspective and progress and how our differences can be a force for good - in politics and beyond.

(P) 2023 Hodder & Stoughton Limited©2023 Samuel Kasumu

Critic reviews

Samuel Kasumu has written an important - and very moving - book about the outsider phenomenon.

The personal is so well mixed with the analytical... This is really great to read!

Great Read!

The author takes us on an explorative journey through the perspective of different outsiders. After reading, we should all feel like outsiders of some sort. This will allow us be sensitive, if not empathetic, to the plight of those around us. A very important message in these divisive times we’re in.

Moving and powerful

A fresh new voice has emerged in British politics and it's so refreshing to read this piece.
The first chapter moved me tears as the writer writes with such raw honesty and emotion.
It's a great book that captures both personal and political and beautiful human stories in general

A great read that I wished there was more to unveil the unknown inside world of number 10