And Away...
A heartfelt journey through laughter and life’s unexpected turns
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Simon & Schuster Ltd
Published:16th Sep '21
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This memoir by Bob Mortimer recounts his life journey, reflecting on humor, heartache, and unexpected turns, ultimately celebrating life’s absurdities in And Away....
In And Away..., Bob Mortimer shares a heartfelt and humorous account of his life, reflecting on the moments that have shaped him. Following a sudden heart diagnosis in 2015, Mortimer was faced with the reality of his mortality, prompting him to look back at his journey thus far. This memoir is not just about the challenges he faced but also the laughter and joy that have accompanied him along the way.
Mortimer's childhood in Middlesbrough, while seemingly ordinary, was marked by the loss of his father and a series of misadventures that would later become legendary. From burning down his family home to his brief stint with a punk band called Dog Dirt, these stories are interwoven with his rise as a solicitor and his eventual pivot into comedy. A pivotal encounter with Vic Reeves in a pub changed the course of his career, leading to a partnership that would bring him fame and a loyal following.
And Away... combines warmth and humor, showcasing Mortimer's ability to find joy in life's absurdities. It is a testament to resilience and the unexpected paths life can take, filled with laughter, reflection, and a few tall tales. This memoir stands out as a celebration of life, inviting readers to share in the laughter and the lessons learned along the way.
‘a triumph… And Away is as good a celebrity autobiography as you could hope to read, and enthusiastically recommend.’ * Daily Mail *
‘…(a) fascinating and often poignant memoir.’ * Daily Express & Daily Mirror *
‘It’s the honesty and openness that he allows in Gone Fishing that make And Away…, by the end, an unexpectedly moving read’ * The Observer *
‘A glorious collection of stories from an extraordinary life. Once you put it down, you may get the immediate urge to pick it up again. Yes, you couldn’t let it lie.’ * Yorkshire Magazine *
‘Bob Mortimer is pretty much established as a national treasure…So it's great to hear his story of how he got there first-hand…In the end he has become loved for being himself. And maybe that's the best type of success of all.’ * Beyond the Joke *
‘Bob’s recent reinvention via the …Gone Fishing series means a whole new audience might indeed be surprised at how many different things he’s done and will particularly admire the non-showbiz route to stardom.’ * Yorkshire Bylines *
‘It’s a precarious world, but And Away... is a heartfelt testament to the magic of finding your happy place within it.’ * The Sunday Times *
‘(a) touching, funny autobiography.' * Observer *
‘(a) comic masterpiece of a memoir: melancholically amusing, warm and witty’ * Strong Words *
‘Filled with anecdotes from Mortimer’s life, And Away… contrasts humour with a deeper contemplation of life following his open-heart surgery’ * Radio Times *
‘…deftly combines all the varied aspects of Mortimer’s eventful, fascinating life and paints a fully three-dimensional picture of this much-loved figure’ * Chortle *
‘…it’s everything you would want from the man who is the highlight of every show you see him on’ * The Independent *
ISBN: 9781398505292
Dimensions: 234mm x 153mm x 29mm
Weight: unknown
336 pages