Leading from the Front: The Autobiography of Mike Gatting is the candid life story of former England captain Mike Gatting, one of the most recognisable figures in late-20th-century English cricket.
 
First published in 1988, the autobiography charts Gatting’s rise through county cricket with Middlesex, his emergence as a Test cricketer for England, and his leadership during a turbulent era marked by on-field controversy, shifting selection policies, and the pressures of international captaincy.
 
Gatting reflects openly on the responsibilities of leading England, the realities of dressing-room politics, and the balance between personal form and team expectations.
 
The book also offers insight into England cricket during the 1980s, including tours, rivalries, and the evolving professional game. Written in an accessible, reflective style, it remains a valuable primary source for collectors interested in modern cricket autobiography and England’s post-Botham era.
 
This book has some water damage. Discounted sale on clearance.