Home Truths by Mark Mccallum
BBC Radio 4's "Home Truths", which was hosted by John Peel from 1998 until his death in 2004, had a hugely dedicated following. The programme became synonymous with Peel and with his family, as well as his unique and eccentric views on British life, which were reflected in the people he chose to contribute to the programme. From an autistic child who's a brilliant magician, to the Page 3 girl who became a mayor; and from a man betrayed by his best friend to a fire-eater in a giant, pink rabbit's suit, "Home Truths" was at its strongest when it juxtaposed the inspiring with the humorous, the moving with the idiosyncratic. Never sentimental, it was often incredibly moving and, in the voice of John Peel in particular, managed to be enquiring without being voyeuristic, concerned but never ingratiating. This collection of the best stories from the programme reflects the particular character of the show and its contributors, ranging between comedy and tragedy, eccentricity and inspiration. A perfect bedside companion, and a book for dipping into, "Home Truths: The Peel Years and Beyond" wonderfully evokes the true flavour and voices of British life.
'Brimming with the tales of tragedy, triumph and downright eccentricity that characterise British life' -- She Magazine 'It will give you middle-aged kicks right through the night' -- Daily Echo Some comments from Radio 4 listeners'The tone of Home Truths is just right.. quirky and witty, touching and relaxed' -- Radio 4 messageboard 'Home Truths seems to cover all aspects of life - from the mundane to the bizarre, sad to gut-bustingly funny' -- Radio 4 messageboard 'The content remains unfailingly interesting - how could it be otherwise with a bottomless pool of stories' -- Radio 4 messageboard 'A slice of British eccentricity in an increasingly annoying real world' -- Radio 4 messageboard
Edited by Mark McCallum
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| ISBN 13 | 9780719520723 |
| ISBN 10 | 071952072X |
| Title | Home Truths |
| Author | Mark Mccallum |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Murray Press |
| Year published | 2007-12-13 |
| Number of pages | 272 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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