Gaskin, Brian John
The Not So Famous Battersea Boy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781795122672
- author:
- Gaskin, Brian John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Independently Published
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A life full of humour and sadness is revealed in the story of a man who, despite humble beginnings in Battersea, rubbed shoulders with those in Government, the British Aristocracy, and the world of entertainment. Born into a poor London area, he faced numerous challenges, including the agonies of childbirth tragedies and the joys of becoming a father at the age of 53. This memoir is a candid account of his life, marked by both joy and hardship, including a lengthy fight against skin cancer. With humour and humility, the author shares his experiences, offering a unique perspective on life's ups and downs.
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