The Lies of the Land: An Honest History of Political Deceit

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”A fun history of political dishonesty” The Times

In a history full of wit and acumen, Private Eye journalist Adam Macqueen dissects the gripping stories of the biggest political lies of the last half-century, from the cover-up of Churchill”s stroke to Iraq”s WMDs to Theresa May”s announcement that she wouldn”t be calling a snap election. Also covering a selection of Donald Trump”s litany of untruths, other infamous lies from foreign shores, and lesser known British whoppers, this is the quintessential guide to dishonesty from our leaders.