{"product_id":"9781848979789","title":"Three Lives","description":"It began in 1953, called up for National Service and choosing the Navy, I was offered Russian spy or seaman and chose the latter: father was displeased. A police ex- cadet joined the ship and proved my inspiration. After swabbing decks, I found myself directing traffic at Oxford Circus and an arresting figure in a very wicked Soho. In promotion class, the Commandant decided to pick on me. I retaliated by calling him a f...ing old bastard. \u003cbr\u003eAt police college, given the chance of a university place, selected the LSE. At a prisoners' visit for Criminology I was about to get thumped when: \" You charged me once... You was a f...ing gent guv'nor.\" Discussion resumed. Whew!\u003cbr\u003eMy former police chief retired, became a lawyer and in court was mightily impressive. Inspired again, meant more study but ended in wig, gown and a criminal practice. Memories included, \"Get me locked up, Mr Forward, I'm dangerous.\" \"Thanks, (and a handshake) for the way you prosecuted me,\" when convicted of baggage-handling. Druid chiefs and a Wizard...a roulette table in court...lastly, struck in the face in my client's cell by his psychiatric report!\u003cbr\u003eWas my decision in 1953 right? A matter for the jury.","brand":"Olympia Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47047502201072,"sku":"9781848979789","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781848979789_p0.jpg?v=1763750891","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781848979789","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}