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This Much Is True

By: Miriam Margolyes
Narrated by: Miriam Margolyes
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Summary

From Blackadder to Call the Midwife, from the Cadbury's Caramel Rabbit to Harry Potter, Miriam Margolyes is the outspoken great aunt (after two sherries) we all wish we had - this is (at last) her extraordinary life story, and it's well worth the wait.

Award-winning actor, creator of a myriad of memorable characters from Lady Whiteadder to Professor Sprout, Miriam Margolyes is a national treasure.

Now, at last, at the age of 80, she has finally decided to tell her extraordinary life story. And it's far richer and stranger than any part she's played.

Find out how being conceived in an air-raid gave her curly hair; what pranks led to her being known as the naughtiest girl Oxford High School ever had; how she ended up posing nude for Augustus John aged 17, being sent to Coventry by Monty Python and the Goodies and swearing on University Challenge (she was the first woman to say f--k on TV). This book is packed with unforgettable stories from why Bob Monkhouse was the best (male) kiss she's ever had to being told off by the queen. With a cast list stretching from Scorsese to Streisand, Leonardo di Caprio to Isaiah Berlin, This Much Is True is as warm and honest, as full of life and surprises, as she is.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2021 Miriam Margolyes (P)2021 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
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"There is no one on Earth quite so wonderful." (Stephen Fry)

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Frank & Funny

When it comes to Miriam Margoyles I think you know you are going to get the pure unadulterated truth…probably with a heavy dose of humour, charm and “bad language” (I loathe that term!)
This book is frank and entertaining. Miriam starts, as one would expect, at the very beginning and works her way through her life…from Stage to Screen, from home life to University life…to life in general. It never meanders and is always entertaining. She pours scorn on those who have hurt or upset her as well as those who have hurt or upset others. Miriam has been blessed with charm & humour and always uses both to great effect.
If you are a fan of Miriam Margoyles’s work then it’s a must have…if you’re not a fan then it’s probably not for you but I would STILL urge you to give it a listen! Oh and whilst we’re on the subject of listening…I’m sure there are plenty of people out there who would prefer to read a biography rather than listen to it but when the subject is such a wonderful raconteur then I’d definitely suggest the audiobook!

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Good and bad

bought this as I always liked Miriam, her brutal honesty and dislike of injustice. The narration was perfect. Not once did I have to rewind because I couldn't make out what she said like I usually do on some audio books. Very precise and clear. Some good story telling too. However, I found that I didn't particularly like her any more after listening to the whole book. In fact I found myself probably less inclined to watch her on TV in the future, which is a shame.

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Wonderful Miriam at her best

Such a wonderful autobiography that’s made even better by Miriam reading it herself. Would thoroughly recommend. She had me chuckling along with all her antidotes and she does some great accents and impressions of other actors. In fact it was only by listening to this book that i realised just how massive her career has been.

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What a f***ing brilliant book.

This is without a doubt, the best audio book I have ever listened to. Miriam takes you along on a journey of her life (and boy, what a life!) and is honest and funny throughout. I wish I were best friends with her, what a bloody brilliant woman!

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Brilliant

LOVED this book. Miriam you are wonderful! I laughed and cried and was thoroughly entertained. I’ve enjoyed finding out about Miriam’s life and career I wish it didn’t have to end.

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Naughty but nice

Love Miriam Margolise and would love to sit and chat with her. She is very naughty but that’s what I love about her. Thank you for your honesty

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A must read!

Very much enjoyed the honesty and wit of your story telling, what an amazing and inspiring woman you are! We certainly need more of you.

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Nothing better than this!

I loved it. But now I can’t find anything I enjoy as much! Can anyone recommend what to listen for life after this?

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Sensational. Hilarious. Brilliant.

This is the first time ever that I’ve finished a book - and immediately started it over again!

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This much is True

loved this book finished in 2 days . Miriam is such a wonderful person ❤️

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