Alec Guinness, the unknown : a life

Alec Guinness was a prolific actor, appearing in 77 films and 55 plays.

An astonishing talent, he became a British institution, yet as his private self Guinness was a many-layered, complex man who shielded his emotions and displayed little of his real self.

This biography reveals the full story of Guinness's life, including information on his childhood, his secret relationships and the fears that haunted him.

Including interviews with Guinness himself as well as those close to him, this biography adds a new depth to our understanding of Guinness's life and his remarkable acting ability.