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Making It So

A Memoir

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Making It So

By: Patrick Stewart
Narrated by: Patrick Stewart
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 The long-awaited memoir from iconic, beloved actor and living legend Sir Patrick Stewart!

From his acclaimed stage triumphs to his legendary onscreen work in the Star Trek and X-Men franchises, Sir Patrick Stewart has captivated audiences around the world and across multiple generations with his indelible command of stage and screen. Now, he presents his long-awaited memoir, MAKING IT SO, a revealing portrait of an artist whose astonishing life—from his humble beginnings in Yorkshire, England to the heights of Hollywood and worldwide acclaim—proves a story as exuberant, definitive, and enduring as the author himself. Entertainment & Celebrities Celebrity Memoir England Heartfelt Inspiring Star Trek Thought-Provoking

Critic Reviews

‘[A] rich, beguiling autobiography’
‘Patrick’s early life is a Dickensian tale of domestic violence and misfortune, transformed by chance and some good folk into the actor internationally admired and loved. He writes as well as he acts, with insight, truth and passion. Another Stewart Triumph!’ (Sir Ian McKellen)
‘There is so much to say about Sir Patrick. He is an amazing actor, great to look at, really funny and up for anything. He is a kind man… compassionate and sensitive…. but, as you will find when you read the book, his greatest asset as a human being is the fact that he is so completely and unapologetically himself’ (Whoopi Goldberg)
‘I read this book in a state of wonder, not just for the author’s gifts as a nuanced storyteller and sharp observer, but for those other remarkable gifts, of intelligence, sensitivity, wit, intuition, self-awareness and élan that were bestowed on him when he came into the world – all of which he has freely shared with us so long and so beautifully; and finished reading in a state of deep gratitude for the gifts, and the gift, of Patrick Stewart’

(Michael Chabon)
‘What a glorious memoir Sir Patrick Stewart has written. His prose is elegant and beautiful, diamond-like in its clarity and precision, and his recollections of his life are full of tenderness, insight, candour and pathos. If he hadn't been so busy all these years being a great actor, delighting us all, he could have been a great writer, and now with this book, he is one’ (Jonathan Ames)
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An amazing rags to riches, love story. So interesting to hear of life on mid 20th century England, and the determination to succeed. Thoroughly enjoyed listening to Sir Pat tell his life tale. Seriously, what a voice! Like hot chocolate on a cool winter day

what a voice!

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Thank you, Sir Patrick. I'm a Star Trek girl who loves theatre. This book gave a picture of both.

How wonderful!

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I was entranced the moment Sir Patrick began speaking. A captivating journey from beginning to end.

Spellbinding

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Never have I wanted to hear someone read their own story as much as this! It certainly didn’t disappoint. Thanks Pat Stew.

Made it so!

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Patrick Stewart is brilliant as a storyteller and his honesty makes it even easier to respect him

Thoroughly entertaining

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Sir Patrick's memoir is filled with so much truth, love and honesty, that I could not stop listening to it. Highly recommend.

A glimpse into the life of the great Sir Patrick

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The best thing about audible is being able to hear authors reading their own works. I'm a huge P Stew fan, and I'd guess you wouldn't read this memoir if you weren't, bit you probably would still find it an enjoyable journey. He's a likable companion, with exceptional delivery as you'd expect, even though his voice has faded with age. As actors go, he has just enough humility and his narrative is frank and honest, but not too much so, and just sufficiently self-effacing. Overall, I found it well written and well measured, and I greatly enjoyed P Stew's company in my car and on the train for a couple of weeks.

Engaging and likable story told by the man himself

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After listening to this my affection for this man has grown
But please do not sing again

Fantastic

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Love Patrick Stewart and his iconic voice. It’s an interesting window to look back into his life and wish him all the very best. Thank you Sir!

Love it

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What a wonderful tale, from humble beginnings to commanding a starship. Warm, honest and captivating.

Absolutely beautiful

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