The Passion of John Aspinall (Coronet Books)

A controversial biography of the well-known millionaire who has used revenue from gambling to establish a zoo for endangered species at Howlett's in Kent. It covers Aspinall's equally unconventional approach to zoo-keeping, including the pioneering of intimate keeper-animal relationships. Brian Masters has written thirteen books including two other biographies and the bestselling "Killing For Company". He contributes to "The Spectator", "The Standard" and "Books and Bookmen".