My Country’s Keeper is the authoritative autobiography of one of Australia’s greatest wicketkeepers and a cornerstone of post-war cricket literature. In this candid and thoughtful memoir, Wally Grout reflects on his career behind the stumps for Australia during an era dominated by fierce fast bowling, tactical conservatism, and uncompromising standards of discipline.
 
Grout writes with clarity and restraint, offering an insider’s view of wicketkeeping as a demanding craft rather than a supporting role. He explores the mental concentration required over long spells, the evolving relationship between keeper and bowlers, and the physical toll of life close to the bat. His observations on technique, anticipation, and match awareness make the book especially valuable to readers interested in the specialist arts of the game.
 
Beyond the technical, the book provides perceptive commentary on Australian team culture of the 1950s and 1960s, including leadership, selection pressures, and tours abroad. Grout’s reflections are measured rather than sensational, reinforcing his reputation as a player of integrity and professionalism.
 
Illustrated with black-and-white photographs, My Country’s Keeper stands as both a personal memoir and an important historical document, capturing a transitional period in Australian cricket through the eyes of a central yet often understated figure.
 
This is a desirable Australian cricket autobiography, particularly sought after by collectors of wicketkeeping literature and post-war Australian Test cricket.