Like Father, Like Son: A family story

A quietly impressive book that seeks the truth and finds it, "Like Father, Like Son" is a memoir by Michael Parkinson that explores the life and times of his late father, John William. It conveys a powerful sense of time and place, wit, insight, and enduring love.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 05 November 2020
\n Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
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A truly remarkable book, this celebrity autobiography stands out for its unwavering pursuit of truth and its remarkable ability to uncover it, often surpassing the expectations of its readers. It delves into the life and times of the man Sir Michael held in the highest regard, offering a captivating glimpse into his journey.

The story begins in the shadow of a pithead in a South Yorkshire mining village, where Michael Parkinson's connection with his late father, John William, took root. It evolved into a family love story filled with tenderness, adorned with tales of sporting prowess, often revolving around Yorkshire cricket or Barnsley FC. However, it was the profound grief that erupted from Michael when Piers Morgan questioned him about his father in a television interview, spanning four decades after John William's passing, that compelled one of the foremost broadcasters and journalists of our time to delve deeper into the intricate dynamics of their lives together.

Co-written with his son Mike, this heartfelt and revealing memoir explores the profound influences that shaped John William, Michael, and the subsequent generations of Parkinsons. The journey spans from the depths of a Yorkshire coal mine to the sanctuary of a chapel, the camaraderie of a pub, and the enchantment of a picture house. It culminates in a cherished spot behind the bowler's arm at Lord's and the tranquil shores of Scarborough.

While "Like Father, Like Son" vividly captures the essence of time and place, it is the brilliance of wit, insight, and, above all, enduring love that truly shines through its pages. This captivating memoir offers a profound testament to the profound impact of family, the power of storytelling, and the enduring legacy of a father-son bond.

\n Weight: 526g\n
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 29 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529362466\n \n