Parky: My Autobiography

A Full and Funny Life

By: Michael Parkinson

Narrated by: Michael Parkinson

From prize-winning journalist to chat show king on a show voted one of the top ten 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.
Abridged


(P)2009 Hodder & Stoughton©2008 Michael Parkinson

Parky mumbles through at super sonic speed

Would you listen to Parky again? Why?

Would listen again to pick up what I missed on the first pass.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Parky?

His Australian experience

Would you be willing to try another one of Michael Parkinson’s performances?

Not unless someone else narrates

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

no

Any additional comments?

Slow down and smell the roses

The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man

Breezy autobiography of the most famous interviewer in the English-speaking world, related with Parky's signature folksy candor and wit. Not to be missed.

Exciting life - good humor - nice man

Have often seen Parkinson show on TV. Lovely to listen to the man himself telling his story.

Unbelievably boring!!

How is it possible convey w life like us boring like this? Just as interesting as a shopping list. And narrated just like one to.