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Informationen zum Autor Leigh Hosy-Pickett is a third-generation fire fighter who has worked in the fire service for more than twenty-five years. Up In Smoke is his first book, and you can find him on Twitter @Hosy_Pickett. Klappentext 'A hilarious insight into the everyday heroics of firefighter who put their lives on the line for us all'Russell BrandWARNING: MAY CONTAIN CATS UP TREES Leigh Hosy-Pickett has seen it all in his twenty-five years as a firefighter. He's battled infernos and pulled people from the wreckage of twisted metal but the closest he ever came to death was at the hands of a confused hen do. Now he's here to tell us the funniest, most eye-opening and moving stories from a life lived amongst the smoke. From blazes involving sex toys, to navigating cannabis farm security measures, this brilliantly warm and entertaining book by a third-generation firefighter is a celebration of the everyday heroism of our Fire Service. But it is also a clear-eyed and honest record of the many sacrifices made in the line of duty and the consequences of that heroism. 'A likeable and illuminating account... one that will leave readers admiring of firefighters' skill and grit' TLS Vorwort The hilarious, moving and utterly compelling memoir from a third generation firefighter. 'Highly inspiring and impossible to put down' Nazir Afzal OBE Zusammenfassung The hilarious, moving and utterly compelling memoir from a third generation firefighter. 'Highly inspiring and impossible to put down' Nazir Afzal OBE
About the author
Leigh Hosy-Pickett is a third-generation firefighter and the author of UP IN SMOKE: My True Story of Life as a Firefighter.
Leigh has a Chief Fire Officers' Commendation for 'Action & Dedication Beyond the Call of Duty'. He won two gold medals at the 2008 World Firefighter Games and also climbed to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, in aid of The Fire Fighters Charity. He is a campaigner, activist, mental health advocate, public speaker and House Music DJ.
You can find him on Twitter @Hosy_Pickett.
