From an idyllic childhood in Bristol, with my gag-a-minute dad inspiring me to become a comedian, to dreadful teenage years in Bolton where education overlooked me, and all I learnt was how to be funny.

My first job gave me a taste of success and confidence, followed by my real education in the RAF. Butlins gifted me an enduring smile, and in Liverpool, I worked with the less fortunate while crossing paths with future stars.

Then came seventeen wonderful years of stand-up comedy, which took me across the UK and abroad, entertaining the British Forces, before a TV career began in failure, only to rise from the ashes with Di, the love of my life, and a new career in Maths and Science.

Packed with wildly funny tales, this book isn't half a good story - or is it?

About the Author
Johnny Ball is best known for his twenty-year television career with the BBC, where he made a name for himself writing and presenting educational shows. Starting as a stand-up comedian, he joined BBC's Playschool in 1967, later creating hit series like Think of a Number, which won a BAFTA. His expertise in explaining science and math led to successful corporate work with major organisations. At eighty-six, Johnny continues to captivate audiences with lectures and stage shows about mathematics and his life in comedy.


Book Information
ISBN 9781835741665
Author Johnny Ball
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint The Book Guild Ltd
Publisher The Book Guild Ltd
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 138mm * 23mm