Desert Island Discs by Sean Magee
Since the programme's deviser Roy Plomley interviewed comedian Vic Oliver in January 1942, nearly 3,000 distinguished people from all walks of life have been stranded on the mythical island. This title tells the story of one of BBC Radio 4's favourite programmes that is chronicled through a special selection of castaways.
"Fascinating.. endless fun! Magee's book is the perfect present for any of the radio show's millions of fans" -- Helen Davies The Sunday Times "A gem on practically every page... plenty of surprises" -- Craig Brown Daily Mail "Magee finds that sometimes the lasting significance is in the detail... [he] has given a real snapshot of history" Telegraph "magisterial, handsome and charmingly illustrated... full of touching moments" The Spectator "Captivating" Sainsbury's Magazine
Kirsty Young's broadcasting career began in 1989, newsreading and presenting for BBC Radio Scotland, before moving into TV news, presenting for ITN and Channel 5. She became presenter of BBC 1's Crimewatch in 2008 and has presented BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs since 2006. Sean Magee is a publisher, editor and author. He has worked on books with, among many others, Sir Clement Freud, Michael Mansfield QC, David Blunkett, Rolf Harris, Michael Foot, Richard Dunwoody and Sir Peter O'Sullevan, all of whom have been Desert Island Discs castaways.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780593070451 |
| ISBN 10 | 0593070453 |
| Title | Desert Island Discs |
| Author | Sean Magee |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Transworld Publishers Ltd |
| Year published | 2013-10-10 |
| Number of pages | 512 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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