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"A portrait of a good man whose extraordinary enthusiasm for the world is both incredibly undiminished and endearing." --"Times"
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'There is a passion in Benn's writing and speaking that far transcends the miserable aspirations of most contemporary politicians' Paul Foot, Guardian
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As someone who has now read most of Tony Benn's material, at the outset I'm bound to say that this book is largely a re-presentation of familiar views on familiar issues. Of course, the issues themselves are still very much real, and if anything the novel way in which they are re-presented reinforces this. As for the views themselves......well, it is wonderful to see someone who is 85 playing such an active role, such a provocative role, inasmuch as he encourages us to think about good and bad, right and wrong. He himself has said that the main role of old people should be to encourage, and he does this admirably by making us engage.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What I expect from a true Elder Statesman. It's an overview of his life, with 20th century history succinctly explained and put in the context of his family and the contemporary politics. Above all, he urges his grandchildren to look ahead and to see what contribution they can make to society, as some are already doing. They are short letters, and with patches of humour, it's a joy and a challenge to read. There's great hope for the future too. It's a message I want for my own Grandchildren and I bought them one each !
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The letters are relevant to all ages as well as to his grandchildren. They give intelligent reviews of modern life and encourage moral/political principles without being too revolutionary. Everybody should read this well-written book!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A Great Introduction to Tony Benn and his politics.
Having seen Tony Benn in conversation and with the wonderful folk singer Roy Baily I am slowly reading my way through his back catalog of publications. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Harry Faversham
Tony Benn: Marvellous
A wonderful insight to the problems that past present and future generations face. Sheer genius in its clarity and simplicity.
Published 11 months ago by Dr. J. Casey
Buy this book for your children
Buy this book for your children. Well written and what's more so positive about what young people can do to help the world to a better future.
Published 19 months ago by Mr. Roger Marcus
excellent
Bought this as a gift and have been informed it is a very good read
Published 22 months ago by L. Squibb
Good book
This book purchased as a present for my partner. He is enjoying the read very much and likes the format.
Published 22 months ago by G. A. Rodrigues
thought provoking
A good book. Some sentences are difficult to understand although you understand each part, but generally the book flows well and is really thought provoking. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Y. Nicholls
tony benn good read
A philosophical look at what his grandchildren may encounter in the world in the future. Benn speaks wisely and his knowledge of working in politics gives this book a intersting... Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2010 by Ian Wilson
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