Hitch 22: A Memoir

Hitchens re-traces his life in his memoir, Hitch-22, from his childhood in Portsmouth to his life in Washington DC, recalling his relationships, struggles, and mistakes.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 448 pages
\n Publication date: 06 May 2021
\n Publisher: Atlantic Books
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In this eagerly anticipated and forthright memoir, Hitchens embarks on a journey through the various stages of his life, encompassing his formative years in Portsmouth, where he was nurtured by his loving and tragic mother and raised by his reserved Naval officer father. He then relocates to Washington, DC, serving as the epicenter from which he launched scathing critiques against the tyranny of all forms. Throughout his recollections, Hitchens vividly recalls the experiences of his youth, encompassing the relationships he forged, the friendships he cultivated, the indulgences he partook in, the significant conflicts he engaged in, and the regrets and misgivings that have shaped his existence. Hitch-22, a captivating and multifaceted narrative, oscillates between moments of profound emotion and infectious humor, evoking charm and frustration in equal measure. It serves as an indispensable companion to the life and profound intellectual legacy of Hitchens, a revered political writer of our time.

\n Weight: 352g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 32 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781838952334\n
Edition number: Main\n