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Fake Heroes

Ten False Icons and How they Altered the Course of History

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By: Otto English
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From the author of Fake History, Otto English, comes a shocking yet hilarious look at ten of the greatest liars from our past, examining these previously unquestioned idols and exposing what they were trying to hide.

'A brilliant book.' James O'Brien

Was Che Guevara really a revolutionary hero?

Should Mother Teresa be honoured as a saint?

Is Henry V actually England's greatest king?

And why does JFK's legend continue to grow?

Having exposed some of the greatest lies ever told in Fake History, journalist Otto English turns his attention to some of history's biggest (and most beloved) figures.

Whether it's virtuous leaders in just wars, martyrs sacrificing all for a cause, or innovators changing the world for the better, down the centuries supposedly great men and women have risen to become household names, saints and heroes. But just how deserving are they of their reputations?

Exploring everything from Captain Scott's reckless hunt for glory and Andy Warhol's flagrant thievery to Coco Chanel's murky Nazi past, Otto English dives into the hidden lives of some of history's most recognisable names. Scrutinising figures from the worlds of art, politics, business, religion and royalty, he brings to light the murkier truths they would rather have kept buried away, at the same time as celebrating the unsung heroes lost to time.

Fake Heroes exposes the truth of the past and helps us understand why that matters today. Entertainment & Celebrities World Funny Witty Thought-Provoking Royalty War Imperialism
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Another brilliant book by the talented Otto English - We all thought we knew these characters but did we really? As usual - well researched and always putting the other side of the coin - feet of clay become pointers towards our shared human frailty - with a final loving nod to the foibles of parents and children. Loved it!

A great read

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Informative but entertaining.
In a way it is disappointing to hear these truths - especially about mother Theresa who was previously the epitome of perfection.

Very interesting and thought provoking

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Really interesting book, well read and informative. Should have included Rudolf Diesel.
Definitely worth a listen.

Very interesting

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Loved the author narrating their own work . Great am amount of research done for this.

Author narrating own work

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Very much in line with my political beliefs and always follows my scepticism of hero worship

The honesty book

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