Private Faces and Public Places: The Autobiography

Siân Phillips' bestselling memoirs, "Private Faces" and "Public Places," will be available in a single volume with a new foreword by the author. The memoirs cover her life from her childhood in the Welsh countryside to her glamorous acting career alongside husband Peter O Toole and her second marriage to actor Robin Sachs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 25 November 2021
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Modern Classics: Elegantly Written and Breathtaking in Their Honesty




Sian Phillips, a renowned stage and screen actress, has graced the entertainment industry for an extensive and illustrious career. For the first time, her two bestselling memoirs, Private Faces and Public Places, will be combined into a single volume, accompanied by a brand new foreword penned by the author herself.


Through captivating stories and unflinching candor, Private Faces and Public Places chronicle Sian's life, spanning from her humble beginnings in the remote Welsh countryside, where time seemed to stand still, to her pivotal role at the center of the glamorous acting world, alongside her husband, the legendary Peter O'Toole, whose career was about to soar with the mesmerizing Lawrence of Arabia. Sian vividly depicts the exhilarating and impulsive times she shared with O'Toole, as well as the tempestuous, insecure, and often lonely periods within their marriage, which lasted over two decades.


When their journey comes to an end, it surprises even Sian herself, leading her to embark on another marriage, this time with the much younger actor Robin Sachs. Emerging victorious and unrepentant from her second marriage, Sian's story stands alongside the very best in the world of show business.


With her exceptional talent and unwavering resilience, Sian Phillips has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with her captivating performances and inspiring memoirs. Her journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, determination, and the pursuit of one's dreams, reminding us all that with passion and honesty, we can overcome any obstacle and achieve greatness.

Weight: 410g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529373639