In extremis : the life of war correspondent Marie Colvin
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
A biography of the war correspondent Marie Colvin.
Lindsey Hilsum Books
Lindsey Hilsum is an award-winning international editor and correspondent whose work delves into the heart of global conflicts and political upheaval. She has a remarkable ability to capture the human dimension within major world events, from war zones to significant social movements. Through her incisive reporting and writing, Hilsum offers readers a profound understanding of complex realities, making her a vital voice in contemporary journalism.
In Extremis
- 432 pages
- 16 hours of reading
The gripping life story of the great war correspondent Marie Colvin told by one of her closest friends SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA BIOGRAPHY AWARD WINNER OF THE JAMES TAIT BLACK AWARD Marie Colvin was glamorous, hard-drinking, braver than the boys, with a troubled and rackety personal life. She reported from the most dangerous places in the world and her anecdotes about encounters with figures like Colonel Gaddafi and Yasser Arafat were incomparable. She was much admired, and as famous for her wild parties as for the extraordinary lengths to which she went to tell the story. Fellow foreign correspondent Lindsey Hilsum draws on unpublished diaries and interviews with friends, family and colleagues to produce a story of one of the most daring and inspirational women of our times. A Sunday Times Book of the Year 'A stunningly good biography' WILLIAM BOYD
The overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi has been one of the twenty-first century's defining moments: the Arab world's most bizarre dictator brought down by his own people with the aid of NATO aircraft.
Combining the author's unique experiences as a war correspondent with poignant poetry, this work serves as a powerful act of witness. It reflects on the impact of conflict through evocative language, offering insights into the human condition amidst the chaos of war. The blend of personal narrative and poetic expression creates a compelling exploration of resilience and the emotional landscape shaped by extraordinary circumstances.