Riveting, witty and accurate' 'Excellent ... Waugh also treats us to a feast of history, philosophy and literature. Give this book to yourself, and to every friend for their library. - New Scientist Excellent ... Waugh also treats us to a feast of history, philosophy and literature. Give this book to yourself, and to every friend for their library - Claus von Bulow, Catholic Herald Very special ... Outstandingly successful ... This is a remarkable book - Patrick Moore An exhilarating account - Beryl Bainbridge Serious and seriously entertaining - Spectator An extraordinary book, unlike any which has been written before or since - Auberon Waugh, Daily Telegraph