Lindsey Hilsum

A unique collection of memories of 40 years of reporting from conflict zones, set beside war poems from all over the world, by the Channel 4 News' International Editor and award-winning author. I was standing outside an apartment block that had been split apart by a missile. The words of a poem came to me when I could no longer...

In Extremis by Lindsey Hilsum is a poignant and immersive biography of Marie Colvin, one of the most daring and celebrated war correspondents of our time. The narrative captures the essence of Colvin's risk-laden career, her audacious spirit, and her personal struggles. Hilsum provides an intimate portrayal, informed by her own experiences as a fellow journalist and friend, offering readers...