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Ronnie Biggs: Odd Man Out - The Last Straw Ronnie Biggs

Ronnie Biggs: Odd Man Out - The Last Straw By Ronnie Biggs

Ronnie Biggs: Odd Man Out - The Last Straw by Ronnie Biggs


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Summary

The Official autobiography and the true story from Ronnie Biggs himself. Having been released from prison on compassionate grounds in August 2009, this is considered by Ronnie Biggs to be the final chapter of his life story. Covers events in the Author's life following the Great Train Robbery in August 1963, the Trial, his escape from HMP

Ronnie Biggs: Odd Man Out - The Last Straw Summary

Ronnie Biggs: Odd Man Out - The Last Straw by Ronnie Biggs

Having been released from prison on compassionate grounds in August 2009, this is considered by Ronnie Biggs to be the final chapter of his life story. This book covers events in the Author's life following the Great Train Robbery in August 1963, the Trial, his escape from HMP Wandsworth, his time on the run around the World. Marriages and families and his continued freedom leading to celebrity status are explained. This all leads up to the return to England and prison, with worsening health and subsequent release on compassionate grounds the book is seen by Ronnie as an opportunity to face up to regrets, give thanks, and to tell the story of his life and experiences.

Table of Contents

A Final Chapter: Confessions, Apologies, Thanks. Introduction, the one and only Ronnie Biggs. 1 The Great Train Robbery. 2 8 August 1963. 3 Aftermath and Capture. 4 Trials and Tribulations. 5 Escape: The Making of a Legend. 6 On the Run London - Sydney. 7 The Wizard of Aus. 8 The Pacifics: Melbourne to Rio. 9 Mr. Haynes settles in Rio. 10 Caught: Slipper drops the Catch. 11. Life in the Spotlight. 12 Kidnapped. 13 A Caribbean Excursion. 14 A Star is Born: Mike Biggs. 15 An Englishman Abroad: Old Friends come Calling. 16 A Long Dark Tunnel: Death and Failing Health. 17 Time for Home. 18 Justice for Some: The Prison Years. 19 Clutching at Straws: In Sickness and Wealth. 20 Fifty Years on: End of the Line. The Life and Times of Ronald Arthur Biggs: A Timeline. Ronnie's Frequent Flyer Miles.

Additional information

GOR004980982
9780957039827
0957039824
Ronnie Biggs: Odd Man Out - The Last Straw by Ronnie Biggs
Used - Very Good
Hardback
M Press (Media) Ltd
2011-10-24
464
N/A
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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