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My Autobiography

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By: Michael Parkinson
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Britain's national icon, Michael Parkinson reads his long-awaited autobiography.

From prize-winning journalist to chat show king on a show voted one of the top 10 British TV programmes of all time, Michael Parkinson's starry career spans over four decades.

Now an international celebrity himself, the man from a humble but colourful Yorkshire mining family who can tease out the secrets of even the most reticent star guest, at last reveals his own story, with the easy manner and insight that has kept his audiences fascinated.

His distinguished career has involved working on highly acclaimed current affairs and film programmes. His wide interests and expertise include jazz, film, football, and cricket.

Witty, humorous and blessed with exceptional intellectual clarity, Michael Parkinson's memoir is a joy to hear.

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Michael had a treacle like voice and I really wanted to hear him keep on talking. A presenter which doesn’t really exist anymore and one who put the guest completely centre stage. It was always about the guest and never about him as the presenter. He is much missed

A genuinely excellent presenter

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Loved it. The legend Parky in his own word. A life well lived and told brilliantly.

Amazing

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Poignant. Informative. Funny. Thoroughly entertaining. Made all the more enjoyable delivered in the unique Yorkshire twang of the author, Michael Parkinson. Highly recommended by this listener!

Outstandingly entertaining!

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Parky is and was and will always be a national treasure in the UK. One of those who have a rich voice you can listen to all day. A fabulous story told in Parkys usual ‘to the point’ stylee not wasting a single word to get to the point. I knew this would be a great book and the only shame is that is was so short…I’m sure he could have doubled the time if not trebled it and it would be no less enjoyable but Mikes an old style Yorkshire man and that’s how’s it’s done. Imagine you’re alone on a long train journey and this book would comfortably be your best companion to while away the hours. Brilliant.

An absolute joy

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I was always a big fan of Parkinson. He was a legend who always got the stars in the chair and let them speak unlike Jonathan Ross and Norton.

I would have liked to hear more information on his life and on the interviewees. But then again Michael had a private life so better off.

Very self deprecating but he’s a bigger success than he realises.

Enjoyable

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So funny, sad & informative, especially on how hard he had to work to get jobs.

A must!!

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Great to hear Parky's story - brought back memories of his marvelous chat show on Saturday nights.

Entertaining & Informative

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good book but recording glitchy in places ruined the flow otherwise enjoyed reading this book

glitchy

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Enjoyed this book. Read my Sir Michael Parkinson. Might read again. First autobiography I've read!

Nice read

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I love Michael’s voice, and his story is fascinating and honest a good listen, with some laughs

A dose of nostalgia

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