Rather outspoken : my life in the news /

This memoir by the author, one of the most pre-eminent journalists of our time, is told in a straightforward and conversational manner; you hear his distinctive voice on every page. He has won every prestigious journalism award in his distinguished career, and discusses all the big stories from his...

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Main Author: Rather, Dan
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Grand Central Pub., 2012.
Edition:1st ed.
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