Head on: Botham The Autobiography by Ian Botham
The definitive autobiography of by far and away English cricket's greatest living legend. Ian Botham started his first-class career in 1974 with Somerset, leaving in protest at the sacking of his friend Viv Richards. He then played for Worcester (1986-91), Queensland (1988) and Durham (1992-3). He made his debut for England in 1977 and played 102 tests, including 12 as captain in 1980-81. Since retiring as a player, he has become a cricket broadcaster for Sky Sports and has set out on a number of long-distance fund-raising charity walks. He has raised more than five million pounds for Leukaemia Research. When not touring the world commentating, he lives with his wife Kath in Yorkshire.
Gordon: "I do enjoy reading. It's a nice way to relax away from football and there's nothing like a good book to help you escape from everything going on around you. It's a hobby people of all ages can share and enjoy!"
