Author(s): John Miller

Music, Film, Television

The remarkable story of the celebrated actor, playwright, director, wit, novelist and raconteur.

Peter Ustinov is renowned throughout the world as an actor, playwright, director, novelist, wit and raconteur. British by birth, Russian by lineage and international by reputation, Ustinov's powerful compulsion to entertain began when, as a child, he showed a precocious gift for mimicry, and has continued throughout a career lasting more than six decades. Even now Ustinov shows no sign of letting up.

Peter Ustinovhas collaborated fully with John Miller, and talks frankly about all aspects of his multi-faceted career. This warm and revealing biography also looks behind the public image to give an enthralling portrait of a man whose unique gift of laughter has made him one of the world's most popular and respected entertainers.