Read about the scandals as they happened, and reported in The Times newspaper. Each story is categorised in chapters such as “Celebrity and Showbiz” which records the exploits of Oscar Wilde to Kate Moss. A chapter on Sporting scandals, includes Lester Piggott, Ben Johnson, and Sven-Goran Erikson.
A chapter on Royalty & Aristocracy covers tales from Victoria’s son, Edward Prince of Wales to Lord Lucan, Diana and Paul Burrell. Political indiscretions are also covered, from Palmerston’s resignation in 1851 to the David Blunkett resignation in more recent years.
This fascinating book gives a real insight into the social issues of the day, viewed at different times in our history. |
