With glimpses into the domestic details of well-known personalities, A Life in the Day has been a mainstay of the Sunday Times Magazine since 1977. As well as presenting individual stories, such as Christopher Reeve’s work ethic, Lucy Worsley’s keenness to raise interest in history and Paddington Bear’s forays into Portobello Market, these 100 examples offer snapshots of culture and notable events across recent decades.
Meet 100 of the most remarkable people from The Sunday Times Magazine's acclaimed column, A Life in the Day. Wonderfully intimate, often humorous, sometimes profound - these colourful portraits make for addictive reading.
Begun in 1977, a Life in the Day has provided a unique take on the lives of the famous, the rich and the notable over decades of changing attitudes and lifestyles. This collection gathers the best of more than 2,000 interviews, bringing you characters from Nelson Mandela to Ricky Gervais, Muhammad Ali to Marie Kondo, Oprah Winfrey to Captain Sir Tom Moore.
It makes irresistible reading as you discover how world leaders start their day and what celebrities really do away from the cameras.
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