Ellroy Reads – Margaret Thatcher The Authorized Biography Volume Three: Herself Alone

For the latest episode of Ellroy Reads I talk about a book which was also the last gift I gave to James Ellroy. Knowing Ellroy to be a conservative, I gave him a copy of Charles Moore’s biography of Margaret Thatcher for his 74th birthday.

I use the book as a conduit to discuss Ellroy’s politics and how they have changed over the years. For many readers and critics, Ellroy’s views are problematic and yet he still manages to be the darling of the liberal left. The most prominent left-wing newspaper in the UK, The Guardian, has never been shy in showering Ellroy with praise. As someone who has spent a lot of time with Ellroy, I can say that his views might surprise you. They frequently surprised me.

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