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Title: Marianne Faithfull

Author: Mark Hodkinson

Narrator: Victoria Grove

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-16-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

This is a richly detailed portrait of a woman who has lived an incredible life, one that far transcends her best known role as courtesan to the chief Rolling Stone. From aristocratic lineage to convent school, stardom to attempted suicide, junkie to punk, Marianne has seen her life flash by in banner headlines.

Researched through over 50 interviews with her family, former lovers and friends, this reveals the truth behind the headlines, the person behind the profile. Updated and extensively revised by one of the UK s most acclaimed writers, it is a candid, illuminating account of an endearing yet misunderstood artist.

Members Reviews:

Nothing new here

The updating of the book seems to all come from Marianne's book. Quotes by the bucketfull straight from her book. Just read hers instead and save your money.

Didn't even finish

Received promptly. I really did not like the book for personal reasons. I was so disappointed in her later life and her story. Yuck. Didn't finish -- put in recycle bin.

As Years Go By

Marianne Faithfull has been represented (or rather misrepresented) for many years â her life story a scenario of rumour, scandal and gossip. The stunningly beautiful young singer, the lover of rock stars, the junkie, the actress and the mother. She has fulfilled many roles, and lived many lives, but in this account the author attempts to look past the media glare and discover the truth about the life of Marianne Faithfull.

This book looks in detail at her childhood and her parents. When Marianne first met Andrew Loog Oldham and he asked her to record for him without ever hearing her sing â knowing he could sell that look â she was portrayed as an innocent convent school girl. Indeed, she did have a Catholic education, although she also had a bohemian upbringing and was, even as a child, often called precocious and arrogant. Much of this masked an unsure shyness. However, Marianne was keen to throw herself into Swinging London and from her early meetings with John Dunbar â who she later married and who was the father of her son, Nicholas â and Oldham, she embarked on her career. John Dunbar was certainly one of the Sixties beautiful people. He ran the Indica bookshop, alongside Barry Miles (central to London counter-culture) and both were close friends of Peter Asher, brother of Jane and boyfriend of Paul McCartney. Obviously, Andrew Loog Oldham was, at that time, manager of the Rolling Stones, so she was immediately in the very centre of the musical and artistic world at that moment.

Of course, much of this book takes place in the Sixties and, indeed, the public perception of her has been defined through that era. Her very public relationship with Mick Jagger, the Redlands drugs bust, her overdose in Australia and her gradual immersion in the drugs scene are all covered here in great detail. It is interesting to read that while the Sixties â and indeed the Seventies â are often criticised for being very sexist, it was not just men whose attitudes were defined by the era they grew up in. When Mick Jagger, still a very young man, faced his first night in prison, he broke down in front of Marianne. This was not a time in when men showed their feelings and Marianne was unable to comfort her distressed boyfriend, and, indeed, was rather harsh about his emotional state.

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Title: The Defender

Author: Jordan Conn

Narrator: Jordan Conn

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-09-12

Publisher: The Atavist

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Manute Bol was the first African-born player in the NBA and, at seven foot seven inches, the tallest. In the 1980s and 90s he was also among the league's most fearsome shot-blockers and its most beloved figures. Off the basketball court, however, Bol's story was more remarkable than most fans ever knew. Activist, gambler, joker, rebel-Bol was a complex man whose fate was inextricably bound with that of the Sudan, his homeland. Writer Jordan Conn traveled to southern Sudan to explore Bol's remarkable path from Africa to the NBA, his rise to stardom and fall into obscurity, and his final role as a renowned humanitarian and key figure in his homeland's independence. Conn's account is a funny and moving portrait of a man who lived a life befitting his outsized body.

Jordan Conn is a freelance journalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He contributes regularly to SI.com, and his work has appeared in The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Philadelphia Inquirer, Slam, and Draft, among others.

Members Reviews:

Enjoyable portrait!

As a fan who grew up watching Manute block shots for the Sixers in the early 90's, I enjoyed this brief, "behind-the-scenes" sketch of his public and personal life--especially his active political relationship with Sudan (which I was mostly unaware of). People are rarely as one-dimensional as we sometimes imagine them to be, and Manute is no exception. At appropriate spots in this detailed narrative, I found myself laughing out-loud (if you haven't seen a video of Manute shooting 3's, do so now), engaged by his big, but complicated personality, sobered by Sudan's struggles, and even motivated by Manute's activism.

The first-hand stories make this a must-read, and the writing makes this an enjoyable one. Highly recommended!

You don't have to be a fan of sports to appreciate this story of Manute Bol

'The Defender' is a fascinating look at the too-short life of a very tall man, Manute Bol. Basketball fans will be intrigued by this profile, but you don't have to be a fan of sports at all to appreciate the story.

For those who know of Bol's exploits in basketball, Jordan Conn's narrative presents him as more than a shot-blocking, one-trick pony. Conn recounts Bol's fascination with the three-pointer and - when fully healthy - his ability to alter a game through his defensive prowess. More than novelty act, Bol's possibilities and talents seduced a generation of top-flight NBA coaches, most notably Don Nelson and Jim Lyman. Behind the scenes, Conn paints a picture of Bol as a delightful, unique individual, beloved by teammates and opponents alike. Even 20+ years after the peak of his playing career, their joy in recounting Bol's exploits is abundantly evident.

Conn's true triumph is in recounting Bol's exploits off the court. The title of the book - 'The Defender' - has two meanings: while ostensibly a nod to his court-clogging capabilities, it also pays tributes to his unstinting support of his homeland. He committed time and resources to improving education in southern Sudan and was instrumental in the long struggle to create what is now known as the Republic of South Sudan.

A nice short about a good life that was not long enough.

I remember when Manute was in Bridgeport.

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Title: Copper: A Dog's Life

Author: Annabel Goldsmith

Narrator: Geoff Annis

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-22-11

Publisher: Hachette Audio UK

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

A loveable local legend and true character to all who knew him, Copper was no ordinary dog. With more stories to tell than you could count on the pads of one paw, this curly-tailed, shaggy-bearded mongrel (but don't let him hear you call him that) led a truly astonishing life. Famed for his remarkable wanderlust, canine curiosity took him all over the place, from Richmond and Kingston to Brighton, sometimes travelling on buses with his friend Jessie the cat, often stopping off at his favourite pubs, or chasing unsuspecting joggers in the park - a hobby which nearly ended his life. In this delightful book, Copper tells us of his astounding adventures with the finest of tail-wagging wisdom.

He sniffs out all the important things in life: the comings and goings, the loves and losses - and, of course, what it's like to live in high society. Sometimes cheeky, most of the time charming, but always cherished, Copper's story is by turns funny and moving, the tale of a real canine hero.

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Title: Just a Step

Subtitle: The Autobiography of Leanne Grose

Author: Leanne Grose

Narrator: Leanne Grose

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-25-11

Publisher: Create Digital Publishing

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Just a Step is the story of one of Britain's most inspirational and courageous women, Leanne Grose. After a routine check-up following a suspected sprained ankle, further tests showed that she had cancer at just 25. In 2003, Leanne underwent surgery to remove her left leg. Despite the difficulties she faced, Leanne went on to appear on Jade's PA and starred in her own exercise DVD, Leanne's Chair Workout.

With gritty determination, an incredible spirit and sheer zest for life, Leanne Grose is an inspirational young woman. This is her amazing story. From every copy sold, 50p will be donated to Macmillan Cancer Trust, and they will support the PR and marketing campaign.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

Love the produce. Arrived quickly.

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Title: Seagulls in the Attic

Author: Tessa Hainsworth

Narrator: Anna Bentinck

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-28-11

Publisher: Isis Audio Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Tessa Hainsworth used to have it all except time, peace of mind and leisure to enjoy the fruits of her labours. One momentous spring, she and her husband decide to start again in Cornwall and the story of Tessas first turbulent year in adapting to her new life was told in her first book. Seagulls in the Attic now find Tessa a fully-fledged member of the community, but that doesnt mean life becomes any easier. Her initial delight now has to be tempered with the reality of financial downsizing and learning a whole new way of living. But Tessas natural exuberance and sense of fun help her to turn all the hardships to her advantage eventually.

Members Reviews:

Fantastic

I have listened to Up with the Larks and loved it, and was not disappointed in Seagulls in the Attic. Being from Cornwall and desparate to move back, these books means such a lot and I really wish it was me. Really well written and well researched. I just loved them. In fact I am putting off listening to Home to Roost because I don't want them to be over! I will listen to them again for sure. LOVE THEM!

loved it

If I could find a village like that woukd love it, also being self sufficient appeals to me.

Unusual read

Wasn't sure at first and really not much of a story line but its a cheery feel good read especially the Seagull story! Very sweet and endearing.

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Title: Thanks, Johnners

Subtitle: An Affectionate Tribute to a Broadcasting Legend

Author: Jonathan Agnew

Narrator: Jonathan Agnew

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-14-10

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Read by Jonathan Agnew with a foreword read by the magnificent Stephen Fry with surprise contributions from Jonathan's test-match special colleagues!

Perfect for cricket fans everywhere, Thanks Johnners is a warm and witty tribute to Brian Johnston and his time at the helm of Test Match Special.

The Test Match Special on-air incident, in which Jonathan Agnew's comment on Ian Botham's attempt to avoid stepping on his stumps "He just couldn't quite get his leg over" - provoking prolonged fits of giggles, most notably from Brian Johnston, has been voted the greatest piece of sporting commentary ever.

The friendship between "Aggers" and "Johnners" became immortalised through that broadcasting classic, but there was a far deeper bond between the two men, as this fascinating book reveals.

Jonathan Agnew had grown up to the sound of Johnston, Arlott, and a young Martin-Jenkins et al on TMS as he followed his father around on the family farm, ear glued to the transistor radio, but the two men met formally only when Agnew joined the BBC team at Headingley in 1991. Thus began a great working partnership which, fuelled by a mutual passion for the noble game, bridged the generation gap and ended only with Johnston's sudden death in 1994. As this book demonstrates so convincingly, Johnners's wit, warmth and sense of fun was a feature not only of his cricket commentaries, but also in the way he lived his life. His influence on "Aggers" is clearly recognisable in the same amiable and informal manner in which his successor presents Test Match Special today.

Thanks, Johnners is a rich blend of biography and anecdote, of antics and dramas on and off the pitch, in and out of the commentary box, filled with stories about the great names of cricket, including Fred Trueman, Geoffrey Boycott, Vivian Richards, Michael Holding, and Ian Botham. Just as TMS is the sound of summer, so Thanks, Johnners is the fresh breeze rippling the long grass of remembered pleasures.

Members Reviews:

How can you not love him

Johnners! how can anyone not love him. A British institution, a loveble character but above all, the voice of TMS.

Here we get an insight behind the scenes of Test Match Special.

The controversy, the fun and the rigors of putting the program together.

This is not just a book about Johnners though, Agnew goes into detail of his own career and also other presenters of TMS.

A very good listern for lovers of the program and also cricket.

Piece of cake

Superb account narrated by Aggers himself.

I loved all the anecdotes of TMS box tomfoolery

Wish there were more people in world like Aggers and Johnners, the world would be a better place.

Thanks, Aggers!

Cheer up Aggers!

NOT, as I had hoped, 100 humourous recollections of Brian Johnson.

Rather; jolly recollections interspersed with criticism of Johnners and all involved at TMS. It then descends into "100 things wrong with the modern game". T20, DRS, no good commentators coming through, South African playing for England etc etc.

I did get a sense of the jolly atmosphere of TMS - as one gets on the radio. But there was just so much moaning! Aggers has used his book to complain about things that, as a neutral BBC man, he cannot do on air.

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Title: The Big Life of a Little Man

Subtitle: Michael Dunn Remembered

Author: Sherry Kelly

Narrator: Melissa Madole

Format: Abridged

Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-16-10

Publisher: Tate Publishing

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

With the help of a treasure trove of letters, magazine articles, newspaper clippings, and personal journal entries from his mother, author Sherry Kelly has compiled a touching and comprehensive account of the life of Michael Dunn, the famous "little person" actor of the '60s and '70s. Michael was well known as Dr. Loveless in The Wild Wild West TV series and was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in the movie Ship of Fools. Dunn lived an amazing life from childhood until his mysterious death in London while filming a movie.

The Big Life of a Little Man is a story of courage, determination, triumph, and one family's abounding love. Sherry Kelly's other works include A Cat Named Zooby and Your New Baby's Instruction Book.

Critic Reviews:

"A person with dwarfism, Dunn sends a message to make all of us proud - that difference is not something on which we or anyone around us should dwell. Rather, it is one unique aspect of our lives contributing to the story of who we are." (Gary Arnold, Vice President of Public Relations, Little People of America)

"Mr. Dunn's life is a lesson that I hope all aspiring performers take to heart." (Stephen Di Benedetto, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Theatre History and Theory, The University of Miami)

Members Reviews:

âThe Ballad of a Beloved Villainâ: A Review of Sherry Kellyâs âThe Big Life of a Little Man: Michael Dunn Remembered â

As a child growing up in the mid- and late 1960's, I fell in love with Michael Dunn as the winsome villain, Dr. Loveless, on "The Wild Wild West." Sure, Robert Conrad, as James West, was handsome and athletic, and it was impressive, even to a preteenager, that he obviously did his own stunts. And Ross Martin, as Artemus Gordon, was a clever master-of-disguises (which the audience always saw through) and comic foil to the hero. But, as Dr. Loveless, Michael Dunn's spirit and vitality shown through his remarkable eyes, no matter that the heroes always got the better of him, his indomitable and appealing nature led to a virtual guarantee of repeated guest appearances.

As Alexander on the "Plato's Stepchildren" classic "Star Trek" episode, Dunn made an equally strong impression on me as a sympathetic servant whose dwarfism led to his enslavement by those who considered themselves, falsely, to be his betters. When "The Wild Wild West" was cancelled, I felt a bit of sadness knowing that there would be no more episodes featuring Dr. Loveless. In 1973, just as I was about to start college, I read a brief obituary for Michael Dunn in my hometown newspaper, "Actor Dies."Just a paragraph or two, stating that Michael Dunn had died in London. There was no explanation, and I don't recall that there was much of anything about his remarkably brilliant, though all-too-brief, career, except perhaps a mention of the Oscar nomination for âShip of Fools.â

Fast forward a few decades. I'm now in my 50's, reading about great TV villains on the Internet and finding no mention of the great Michael Dunn, as Dr. Miguelito Loveless. Scandalized at the omission, Googling his name, I happen across the wonderful Tom Weaver interview with Phoebe Dorin. Now I understand why there was a character named Antoinette, who sang duets with Dr.

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Title: Upfront and Personal

Author: Coleen Nolan

Narrator: Coleen Nolan

Format: Abridged

Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-13-09

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd.

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Writing with the warmth and humour that have made her so popular, Coleen describes her eventful life, from joining her sisters' band, The Nolans, when she was only nine to growing up in the spotlight as they went on to chart-topping success around the world.

Coleen also reveals how she coped with her tumultuous marriage to television star Shane Richie and how, after they split, she was left a single parent struggling to get through each day. She landed the job of presenter on This Morning and was just finding her feet when she was sacked, plunging her into depression as she lost all confidence.

A way out finally came in the form of the chat show Loose Women, where Coleen reclaimed her place in the nation's hearts. Today, she is happily married and an inspiration to women everywhere who believed their 'best days' were behind them.

Entertaining, funny and shockingly honest, this book is sure to appeal to her many fans, old and new.

Members Reviews:

well its the nearest thing to having a chat

this book by colleen was my first experience of audio books i found her friendly approach was fascinating she comes over as the girl next door the book is very much about the men in her life but that was still most interesting ... she made me laugh out loud at the wit i now have immense respect for this lady i read this book i must have read book (or listened) in a day i just couldn't put it down .... reading usually sends me to sleep but i just wanted to listen to colleen ..... i was sad when it ended. well done colleen you inspired even me

Very enjoyable

No pretence. No holds barred. Refreshing and honest. A real life story, depicts Coleen exactly as she appears, but shows a depth she doesn't always reveal on TV. The story of her marriage break up brought familiar feelings and memories of my own. Not just me that felt i was going mad then. Thanks for your honesty Coleen.

Great listen!

I enjoyed this so much that I immediately downloaded her next book!

A little short, but beautifully written and read by Colleen. Really recommended.

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Title: Motty

Subtitle: 40 Years in the Commentary Box

Author: John Motson

Narrator: John Motson

Format: Abridged

Length: 2 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-27-09

Publisher: Random House AudioBooks

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

With a career spanning over 40 years and 2,000 matches, including commentating on six World Cup Finals, Motson's time in the commentary box includes some unforgettable anecdotes. From his remarkable BBC years, the friendly rivalry between him and other talent, and the football legends he has met along the way (including icons such as Matt Busby, Brian Clough, and Bill Shankly), through to the darker times of Hillsborough and hooliganism, this is the story of an incredible career.

Between 1979 and 2008, Motson was the BBC's main TV commentator for major cup finals, and he has commentated on a spectacular 50 major finals, including the FA Cup, World Cup, and European Championships. In 2001 he received an OBE for services to sports broadcasting.

From grass roots to the highest level, Motty's passion and knowledge for the national sport are unrivalled as he shares all for the first time and guides us through his career with insight, humour, and honesty.

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Title: Poison Pen

Subtitle: The True Confessions of Two Tabloid Reporters

Author: Lysa Moscowitz Mateu, David Lafontaine

Narrator: Lysa Moscowitz Mateu, David Lafontaine

Format: Abridged

Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-19-09

Publisher: Phoenix Books

Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities

Publisher's Summary:

Whether trying to bluff their way into the wedding of Julia Roberts and Lyle Lovett or stalking Oprah Winfrey in L.A., this team has hotly pursued dozens of celebrities, including Luke Perry, Nicole Kidman, Pamela Anderson, Marlon Brando, and many more.

Members Reviews:

Interesting insider account of tabloid reporting

A husband-and-wife team (since divorced) of tabloid reporters recount their adventures. Breaking into a hospital for the first photos of Madonna's new baby, interviewing Dana Plato after her arrest, participating in a Gulf War-sized tabloid operation to infiltrate Liz Taylor's wedding. Names are named, and their book is lively and entertaining. Yet one senses the authors are being disingenuous, putting the best spin on their own motives and behavior, while hypocritically distancing themselves from past employers and coworkers. Another case of former tabloid writers biting the hand that fed them. Released in 1996.

Terrific, Entertaining, Interesting Tabloid Book

Recommend this book for all tabloid fans, do not let its age discourage you. Extremely well written by a formerly married couple who wrote for competing tabloids.

Far superior to "Secrets of a Tabloid Reporter" (which was written more recently yet depends on most stories from the 1970s). This is a much "meatier", thorough, and interesting book.