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  • Written by: David Niven
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  • Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (11 ratings)

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Publisher's Summary

When The Moon's a Balloon was first published in 1971, it received huge acclaim. The book became a classic and has gone on to sell over five million copies worldwide.

Rich in hilarious anecdote, it tells the story of Niven's school and Sandhurst days, his posting to Malta with the Highland Light Infantry, and how he escaped the army for a new life in the States. There he joined New York high society, before crossing the continent, lured by Hollywood. He returned to Britain to serve during the Second World War, but then made Hollywood his home.

A self-confessed name dropper, Niven's encounters range from garden walks with Churchill to finding Greta Garbo swimming naked in his pool.
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What the critics say

"An immensely enjoyable, witty and racy memoir." ( Sunday Times)
"Forthright, bawdy, and often hilarious, zany and zestful, his anecdotes should keep you entertained for hours." ( Sunday Express)

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I love the classic hollywood

It was just what I hoped it would be! I love David niven as well as all the golden age of Hollywood! These people will forever have a special place in my heart! Gone from us sadly but never forgotten

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Dated leave it on the shelf

I will not understand why I thought I wanted to read this. Dated and presented Fast and flippant. No style or grace. I expected wit and charm

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