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Putting the Rabbit in the Hat

The fascinating memoir from the star of Succession
By Brian Cox
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Putting the Rabbit in the Hat by Brian Cox offers an engaging glimpse into the life of the accomplished actor, sharing his journey from a modest upbringing in Scotland to becoming a renowned figure in theatre and film. Filled with personal anecdotes, industry insights, and encounters with notable personalities, this memoir paints a vivid picture of the triumphs and challenges he faced throughout his illustrious career.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by the journeys and behind-the-scenes tales of a seasoned actor. With engaging and candid anecdotes, it's an insightful look into the life and career of a talented performer, providing a fascinating perspective on the acting world.

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Long-awaited memoir by the legendary star of Succession, Brian Cox.

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The long-awaited memoir by movie and theatre legend, Brian Cox. A Guardian, Times, Sunday Times and Independent Book of the Year Featuring a foreword by Frank Rich, executive producer of Succession, a former chief drama critic of The New York Times, and the author of the memoir Ghost Light.

'One of the best showbiz memoirs ever written... it's as funny as it is furious... Brian Cox has done everything and with this book he leaves everyone else standing' - Mail on Sunday

'Absolute heaven' — Sunday Times

'A hugely readable memoir from a giant of stage and screen' — Mark Kermode

'A life well lived and a story well told. From first page to last Brian Cox the great actor is Brian Cox the great storyteller, and nobody is spared his sharp eye and his caustic wit, himself and some big Hollywood names included' — Alastair Campbell

'Laced with his characteristic generosity, self-deprecation and cut-the-crap wisdom' — Harriet Walter

'Mesmerizing' — Peter Biskind

'Blisteringly brilliant' — Bryony Gordon

'Funny and irreverent' — The Times

From Titus Andronicus with the RSC to media magnate Logan Roy in HBO's Succession, Brian Cox has made his name as an actor of unparalleled distinction and versatility. We know him on screen, but few know of his extraordinary life story.

Growing up in Dundee, Scotland, Cox lost his father when he was just eight years old and was brought up by his three elder sisters in the aftermath of his mother's nervous breakdowns and ultimate hospitalization. After joining the Dundee Repertory Theatre at the age of fifteen, you could say the rest is history - but that is to overlook the enormous graft that has gone into the making of the legend we know today.

This is a rags-to-riches life story like no other - a seminal autobiography that both captures Cox's distinctive voice and his very soul. Rich in emotion and meaning, with plenty of laughs along the way, it will be a classic in the vein of The Moon's a Balloon by David Niven and What's It All About by Michael Caine.

Putting the Rabbit in the Hat is a candid memoir full of personal revelations and insights into Cox's life on and off the stage.*

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Putting the Rabbit in the Hat by Brian Cox is a compelling and candid memoir, praised for its humour and insightful storytelling. Reviewers highlight Cox's sharp wit and brutal honesty, especially when reflecting on his own life and interactions with Hollywood figures. The memoir is celebrated for its engaging tales from his illustrious career and his love for acting, offering a fascinating glimpse into the actor's life, career, and personality.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781529416527

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Quercus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 400

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Brian Cox Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

Born in Dundee, Scotland in 1946, Brian Cox has enjoyed a formidably prolific career in theatre, film and television. He has worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he gained recognition for his portrayal of Titus Andronicus, as he did several years later when he played the part of King Lear at the National Theatre. Cox was the first Hannibal Lecter in Manhunter. He is also famous for his roles in, amongst others, Succession, Sharpe, Rob Roy, Braveheart, The Boxer, Rushmore, L.I.E, Super Troopers, Troy, The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, X2: X-Men United, Red and Churchill.

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