Aitken, Jonathan
Pride and Perjury
- ISBN 13:
- 9780826472748
- author:
- Aitken, Jonathan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 138mm X 216mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Jonathan Aitken's memoir "Pride and Perjury" is a candid account of his tumultuous career and personal downfall. Following his appointment as First Secretary to the Treasury in 1994, Aitken's reputation was marred by allegations of corruption and scandal. This book tells the story behind the headlines, revealing the events that led to his libel action, trial for perjury, and subsequent personal catastrophe. Aitken offers a unique insight into the world of politics and the darker side of human nature, drawing on his own experiences with cabinet colleagues, the Saudi Royal Family, and the Ritz Hotel in Paris. With candour and elegance, he recounts the intense and dramatic events that led to his downfall, including bankruptcy, divorce, and a prison sentence. This memoir is a moving and compelling account of redemption and hope, as Aitken reflects on the lessons learned from his experiences.
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