The Truth

Author: Michael Palin

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  • : 19.99 AUD
  • : 9780753828120
  • : Orion Publishing Co
  • : Phoenix (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )
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  • : June 2013
  • : 198mm X 129mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : 19.99
  • : July 2013
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Barcode 9780753828120
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Description

Keith Mabbut is at a crossroads in his life. When he is offered the opportunity of a lifetime - to pen the biography of the elusive Hamish Melville, a highly influential activist and humanitarian - he seizes the chance to write something meaningful. His search to find out the real story behind the legend takes Mabbut to the lush landscapes and environmental hotspots of India. The more he discovers about Melville, the more he admires him - and the more he connects with an idealist who wanted to make a difference. But is his quarry really who he claims to be? As Keith discovers, the truth can be whatever we make it...In this wonderful, heartwarming novel, Michael Palin turns his considerable skills to fiction in the story of an ordinary man on an extraordinary adventure.

Promotion info

From the inimitable Michael Palin comes the warm and witty story of an everyman, a tantalising offer, a journey to India and the search for the truth. Includes Reading Group Notes.

Reviews

It's an ingeniously plotted book, beautifully written and hugely enjoyable. THE DAILY TELEGRAPH Brilliantly evoking India, both thought-provoking and humorous, this is a terrific read. THE GOOD BOOK GUIDE

Author description

Michael Palin established his reputation with MONTY PYTHON'S FLYING CIRCUS and RIPPING YARNS. He published his first novel, HEMINGWAY'S CHAIR, in 1995, then went on to write his seven bestselling travel books: AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS, POLE TO POLE, FULL CIRCLE, HEMINGWAY ADVENTURE, SAHARA, HIMALAYA and NEW EUROPE.