Legacy - My Autobiography

'Powerful and Moving' Donald McRae Observer

Nick Compton

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Atlantic Books
26 September 2023

Autobiography: sport; Cricket

Nick Compton had it all. A literal golden boy, to many observers it would seem that he was born tobe a great in the sporting arena coming as he did from an incredible sporting ancestry. Hisgrandfather Sir Denis Compton played cricket for England and football for Arsenal.

Honed at an elite English boarding school, with a telegenic profile perfectly suited to the modernmedia environment, Nick appeared to be blessed with that rare ability to be able to stride out andface down the world's quickest bowlers, to survive and thrive in the danger zone at the hands ofthe hurtling new ball.

However, greatness in any field comes at a price and this memoir explores the almost 'Faustianpact' he made in order to secure that time in the sun. lt will show what 'Mistress Cricket'demanded from Nick as his side of that bargain. The family he left behind, the failed relationshipsboth personal and professional and the utter physical and mental exhaustionwhich resulted from his drive to stay at the top.

By: Nick Compton
Imprint: Atlantic Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Main
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 153mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 542g
ISBN: 9781838958251
ISBN 10: 1838958258
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 26 September 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Nick Compton is a South African-born English former Test and first-class cricketer who mostrecently played for Middlesex County Cricket Club. The grandson of Sir Denis Compton, herepresented England in 16 Test matches, scoring two centuries. A right-handed top order batsman and occasional right-arm off spin bowler, Compton establishedhimself as a consistent scorer in county cricket for Middlesex and Somerset and following aprolific domestic season he made his England Test debut against India in November 2012. In April 2013, the Wisden Cricketers' Almanack named Compton as one of their five WisdenCricketers of the Year. Compton retired in 2018 and is now a professional photographer and broadcaster.

Reviews for Legacy - My Autobiography: 'Powerful and Moving' Donald McRae Observer

A fascinating, at times painfully honest, study of obsession, perfectionism and a mental health struggle. * Matt Dickinson, The Times * A powerful and moving book, dominated by his obsession with cricket and the emotional difficulties he faced. The lessons it offers seem timely and resonant. * Donald McRae, Observer * A compelling read. -- George Dobell * The Cricketer *