The author describes his life after he became famous for "The Uses of Literacy" and found himself a "public person". This is the final volume of his autobiographical trilogy that also includes "A Local Habitation" and "A Sort of Clowning". The book tells of a life full of contrasts: the universities of Leicester and Birmingham, the "Lady Chatterley" trial, where he appeared for the defence, the beginnings of the Open University, his years at UNESCO and as warden of Goldsmith's College, London. But the heart of his life ...
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The author describes his life after he became famous for "The Uses of Literacy" and found himself a "public person". This is the final volume of his autobiographical trilogy that also includes "A Local Habitation" and "A Sort of Clowning". The book tells of a life full of contrasts: the universities of Leicester and Birmingham, the "Lady Chatterley" trial, where he appeared for the defence, the beginnings of the Open University, his years at UNESCO and as warden of Goldsmith's College, London. But the heart of his life remained his family and it is to this that he returns in his conclusion.
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Volume 3. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 9780701140151.