The Elephant to Hollywood

Michael Caine strikes me as a nice guy, but the book is kind of tedious and repetitive: “family, friends, home, garden” and “so and so became my close friend” over and over. Not much depth here and the anecdotes are not very interesting.

Pretty light and breezy. Get the audiobook - he reads it and does a great job. Cracks himself up a few times.

Purely Enjoyable.

In what is among the most concise autobiographies I have read, Michael Caine delivers a deluge of wonderful anecdotes. From his youth during World War II, until his 70's, the life of this man will inspire anyone. Humility and humor stand boldly alongside candor as even the less desirable details are addressed.

Of particular interest was his recollections of his National Service and the combat he saw as a young man. These stories are not to be missed.

What I enjoyed most about this book was Caine's ability to remain in awe. His surprise at the luck and success of his career is charming. His explanations of traveling the world are youthful and vigorous. His love and dedication to his wife, children, and grandchildren are inspiring.

Uplifting and entertaining, this book is worth your time.