Howard hughes biography clifford irving

Although he published 20 novels, he is best known for an "autobiography" allegedly written as told to Irving by billionaire recluse Howard Hughes. The fictional work was to have been published in In January , the reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes speaks to reporters and reveals Clifford Irving's book to be a spectacular literary hoax. Irving had convinced his publisher. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Oil tycoon, record-breaking aviator, Oscar-winning moviemaker, and the lover of dozens of Hollywood movie stars, billionaire Howard Hughes not only bought the favors of U.S. presidents - he tried to buy the city of Las Vegas!.