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Synopsis

Every life is both ordinary and extraordinary, and Logan Mountstuart’s – lived from the beginning to the end of the twentieth century – is a rich tapestry of both. As a writer who finds inspiration in Paris and London, as a spy betrayed in the war and as an art-dealer in ’60s New York, Logan mixes with the men and women who shape his times. But as a son, friend, lover and husband, he makes the same mistakes we all do in our search for happiness. Here, then, is the story of a life lived to the full – and a journey deep into a very human heart.

Reviews

Customer Review: 05 April 2006

Reviewer: toda

One of the most emotive pieces of fiction I have ever experienced. The greatest book of the twenty-first century thus far incorporates satire, tragedy and poignant observation in the tale of a tragic, sometimes desperate, yet often exhuberant, intelligent and always passionate human life.

Critic Review:

‘Entertaining and enjoyable. A terrific sweep through the 20th century, seen through the eyes of Logan Mountstuart’ 
Jeremy Paxman, Guardian

‘Sheer brilliant storytelling. He has probably written more classic novels than any of his contemporaries’ 
Daily Telegraph

‘Wise, profound and moving’ 
William Sutcliffe, Independent on Sunday

‘Astonishing, touching, extremely funny. A brilliant evocation of a past era and an immensely readable story. Made me laugh out loud again and again’ 
Sunday Telegraph

‘Astounding. One of Boyd’s greatest achievements. His storytelling purrs along like the engine of a luxury motor … the ride is a pleasure’ 
Mail on Sunday

‘Superb, wonderful, enjoyable’ 
Guardian

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