A major and controversial new biography of one of the most compelling and contradictory figures in modern British life.
Subtitled "The Irresistible Rise Of A Political Celebrity". A major and controversial new biography of one of the most compelling and contradictory figures in modern British life. Written from the vantage point of a once close colleague, Sonia Purnell examines how a shy, young boy from a broken home became our only box-office politician. Published ahead of the London Mayoral election, which takes place 3rd May, 2012.
'Through fast prose and a vast array of interviews, Purnell ... portrays better than any predecessor the arrogance, opportunism, and irresistible buffoonery of our most celebrated politician.'
'If you want the full Johnson experience, do read Sonia Purnell's new biography, Just Boris ... Johnson's supporters have depicted the book as a hatchet job. But actually it struck me as commendably fair' - Andrew Sparrow, UK Political Journalist of the Year
'Gripping' - Quentin Letts (Book of the Week)
'Future biographers will always be in her debt. Purnell has accumulated a wealth of previously unknown detail' - Andrew Gimson
'Filled with gems ... will make uncomfortable reading for Boris' - Camilla Long
'Thorough study...sharply narrated and dilgently researched.'
‘ Meticulous and quietly devastating’
‘ Meticulously researched and well presented’
'Gives good pointers on Johnson’ s real beliefs as to who should be the [Conservatives’ ] leader, and on his future relationship with Cameron' - Stephen Hammond MP
‘ Thoroughly researched and well-crafted … If you want to know who and what Boris is, read Sonia Purnell's book.’
‘ Excellent, relentlessly entertaining biography’
'Boisterous, widely praised otherwise comprehensive biography'
'brilliant'
‘ Sonia Purnell's Just Boris is an indispensable examination into the mind, ambitions and deep insecurities of London's mayor; Boris hates it because she dares speak truth to power.’
