In his own inimitable style, Boris Johnson turns his attention to the culture, manners and morals of British society, giving us a humorous, at times furious, but always entertaining read. / Boris Johnson 's last book, 'The Dream of Rome', was a hardback bestseller. It received extensive and excellent reviews, as well as a major serialisation and a two part television series to accompany it, presented by the author. / Boris Johnson is listed as one of the best-known political figures in the country, frequently appearing on 'Have I got News for You', 'Newsnight' and 'The Politics Show'. / His recent appointment in the Shadow Cabinet means that he is frequently at colleges, schools and universities throughout the country.
Boris Johnson is the member of parliament for Henley-on-Thames and is a former editor of the Spectator magazine. He is married and lives in London and Oxfordshire.
Praise for `Have I Got Views for You’: 'Johnson is a good-humoured,
entertaining commentator, with an agreeably optimistic bent.'
Observer Praise for 'The Dream of Rome': 'As an introduction to the
history of the Roman empire, this book is hugely stimulating. I
read it in two sittings, completely gripped. If Ruth Kelly has an
ounce of sense, she will make this book compulsory reading for
every 16-year old in the country.' Toby Young, New Statesman
'History comes alive only when written from the heart and Johnson's
is full of swashbuckling japes, bloodthirsty yells and energetic
sideswipes.' Craig Brown, Mail on Sunday 'Written with all the wit
and zest that have helped to make him Britain's favourite celebrity
MP.' Tom Holland, Daily Telegraph 'Johnson has not been intimidated
by dry classics masters: his style is bright, breezy, populist and
pacy' The Times 'Described with his special combination of
sharp-eyed intelligence and golly-gosh exclamation…the sublime and
the bizarre are richly represented in this portrayal of ancient
Rome…a splendid romp through the Roman world' Sunday Telegraph
'Lovers of Latin and ancient history unite! At long last there is a
warm, funny, erudite introduction to the Roman empire…The success
of The Dream of Rome lies in the modern twang of the author. It is
an art Boris Johnson has to perfection…a marvellous reader-friendly
account of Rome' Independent
 |
Ask a Question About this Product More... |
|
