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Lucknow Boy: A Memoir


Born of a Punjabi refugee family in Lucknow of the 1950s, Vinod Mehta became one of India's most widely-read, frank and influential editors. This autobiography of him offers a candid glimpse into all the highs and lows of his life as a journalist and then editor. He talks about his anecdotes of life, his description of interactions with politicians of all types, his proprietors, his colleagues, his friends and his closest, Editor. He recounts his initial years in Lucknow, then his days spent in Britain and how it affected his growth. An insightful memoir about the times Vinod Mehta has been through, and with his witty and sarcastic tone makes for a fun and engrossing read.

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