The Private Eye Story

The Private Eye Story
by Patrick Marnham (André Deutsch, 1982)

Think you’ve got a handle on British satire? Think again. The Private Eye Story dives into an uproarious swirl of scandal, scandal-mongering, and scandal-proof notebooks, chronicling the first 21 years of Private Eye—Britain’s most enduring satirical magazine—through an insider’s lens. With sharp wit and investigative zest, Marnham stitches together the paper’s most notorious exposes, its backstage hijinks, and the unforgettable characters who made mockery their métier.

From poking fun at political pomposity to lampooning pompous celebrities, this volume is a glorious romp through the punch-lines, pranks, and press-watching that Private Eye perfected. For anyone who loves a good satirical nip or just wants to clench that smug, knowing smile—here’s your ticket.

Crappy Old Books says: A cheeky slice of journalistic history—still sharper than most of your ex’s comebacks.

Good condition with dusty jacket.

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