RONNIE BIGGS Odd Man Out: The Last Straw

Hardback. Having been released from prison on compassionate grounds in August 2009, this is considered by Ronnie Biggs to be the final chapter of his life story. This book covers events in the author's life following the Great Train Robbery in August 1963, the Trial, his escape from HMP Wandsworth, his time on the run around the World. Marriages and families and his continued freedom leading to celebrity status are explained. This all leads up to the return to England and prison, with worsening health and subsequent release on compassionate grounds the book is seen by Ronnie as an opportunity to face up to regrets, give thanks, and to tell the story of his life and experiences. Illus. in colour and b/w + The Life & Times of Ronald Arthur Biggs: A Timeline, and Ronnie's Frequent Flyer Miles. 464pp. lge. 8vo. h/back. With preprint Ronnie Biggs signature to tp. and Foreword. Includes loosely inserted facsimile Monopoly note with preprint Ronnie Biggs signature (see images). F. in F. dw. A preprint is a photographic reproduction of an original signature, and sometimes difficult to spot - often mistaken for an original signature. A fairly heavy book which will require additional postage if shipped overseas.