Geoffrey Boycott is one of the most outspoken and knowledgeable
voices on cricket - but this book opens up a whole, new personal
side to his life. Thirteen years ago, he received the diagnosis
that tore his world apart: he had cancer of the tongue. Having
faced down the fastest bowlers during his career as one of
England's greatest-ever batsmen, he now had to take on an even more
daunting foe. In this fascinating new book, his first
autobiographical work for more than 15 years, Boycott not only
relives his terrifying battle with cancer but also writes movingly
about his long-time love Rachael, and their daughter Emma. He talks
about his many other interests and friendships beyond cricket, with
a great chapter on Brian Clough as well as revealing some
surprising enthusiasms: Boycott and Katy Perry? But Boycott has
devoted his life to cricket, and his insights on the game, its
players and those who write and talk about it are never less than
frank, revealing, entertaining and very honest. He assesses the
modern generation of players: how does he rate England's prolific
captain Alastair Cook? And is Kevin Pietersen a batting genius or a
player who has frittered away his talent? His opinions come with
the authority of someone with profound knowledge of and love for
the sport. In commentary, he refers to the 'corridor of
uncertainty' for a batsman - but with Geoffrey Boycott there is
never any room for that, which is why this book is such a
compelling and entertaining read.
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