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

''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.