In this fascinating book, Mike Atherton selects the best pieces he has written over the last decade. Renowned as a shrewd & resolute captain of Engl&, Atherton moved effortlessly into the commentary box & Fleet Street, proving himself every bit as capable with the pen as with the bat. It has been a dramatic period, seeing the rise of Twenty 20 cricket & the IPL, as well as the revival of England's prospects, breaking a long era of Australian dominance in the Ashes. There has also been controversy, too, with terrorist attacks, Zimbabwe & allegations of Pakistani spot-fixing all distracting fans from the essence of the game. Through it all, Atherton comments with the true insight of one who has been there, the humane understanding of someone who has genuine empathy for the issues involved &, above all, his opinions are based on a deep love for the game & sport in general. His writing has become essential reading for all sports fans. This book shows exactly why that is the case.