The Essay: Double Vision

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The Essay: Double Vision: Roy McFarlane

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Double Vision

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Roy McFarlane performs an essay recorded at the BBC's Contains Strong Language Festival.

Roy McFarlane is one of five poets sharing the dual perspective on life and writing afforded by their links to the Commonwealth.

Roy McFarlane, former Birmingham Laureate, recalls the mask worn by his Jamaican late father – a mask designed to help him integrate into his new UK home. But did it work? Roy recalls the dignity of a man who worked hard to put money on the table – and encyclopaedias on the shelves. His essay was recorded at the BBC's Contains Strong Language Festival in Birmingham.

This essay contains strong racist language which some may find offensive.

Presented by Roy McFarlane
Produced by Kevin Core

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Five essays recorded at this year's Contains Strong Language festival in Birmingham.

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