Alec Guinness

The reknowned actor Sir Alec Guinness talks about his youth, training, stage and film career, family, and beliefs in this fascinating memoir which also includes a highly entertaining collection of theatrical moments, interspersed with portraits of friends and fellow actors.

First published in 1996, these excerpts from Alec Guinness' diaries cover a period of about 18 months from January 1995. Combining wit, anecdotes and observation, the topics range from the National Lottery to Ralph Richardson, from the Catholic Church to the Hampshire countryside.