Windswept & Interesting: My Autobiography

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Available now, this matching quartet of limited edition artworks is hand-signed by the award-winning comedian and features four vibrant colourways. It was an appearance on Michael Parkinson’s chat show in 1975 – and one outrageous story in particular – that catapulted Billy from cult hero to national star. I thought I may be a convert to biographies/autobiographies when delving into the first few chapters. Metal Sculptor based in Long Bennington, Lincolnshire, using recycled materials to create sculptures for your garden or indoor decoration. Through books like those I found proof that you can think for yourself, that you don’t need to fit into ‘the system’ like a piece of Lego.

Knowing his background will change my perception of him and could sap some of the comedy from his work.

It is joyfully funny - stuffed full of hard-earned wisdom as well as countless digressions on fishing, farting and the joys of dancing naked. There is a lot of swearing – and while that can jar somewhat when seen on paper, it fits so perfectly with Billy Connolly’s personality, and his Glaswegian upbringing. We're always happy to answer any questions or queries you might have, please get in touch using one of the methods below. It’s the pleasure and enjoyment of storytelling, of being himself, which makes his autobiography so enjoyable for the reader, and especially the fan. My father used to look at me through the rear-view mirror and say 'Aye, OK, but don't tell your mother', at which point my mum would look at him from the passenger seat and shake her head in bemusement.

It was an appearance on Michael Parkinson's chat show in 1975 - and one outrageous story in particular - that catapulted Billy from cult hero to national star. I recently read Braveheart, the 2nd biography of Billy by his wife, Pamela, so I knew I had to read this one.Another very enjoyable autobiography from a comedian – this time a British National Treasure: Sir William Connolly – aka The Big Yin. What set him apart however was his comedic talent - his ability to hold an audience, tell jokes and stories that set him on the path to fame and fortune.

His upbringing was not ideal, but his willingness to grew in understanding of those who mistreated him shows him to be compassionate. I'm not sure I've ever wanted more happiness for a near-stranger than I wanted for Billy when I'd finished this book. It's curious to think that a lot of younger Australian kids don't know Billy Connolly, as he was something of a staple here for many years.houses in Los Angeles, in Scotland, in Australia and the realization that Connolly, a shipbuilding welder and friend of the Incredible String Band, would end up comparing his bank account with Sean Connery's, this book is a fast, enjoyable, easy read. It seemed impossible for her to mention where they were without stating the famous people they spoke to at another famous person's party, who they spent time with at dinner parties and even which famous person one of their children was sick over on a plane . In the last few chapters of the book we are told the titles of the films and tours he took part in and the notable people he, and Pamela, have met and associated with, even become friends with, in the world of film, comedy and rock and roll. One of the world’s greatest living storytellers, Connolly has an eye for vivid detail; his offhand turns of phrase are often immaculate.