An excellent insight into Ian Mansfield and his family's experiences living in war-torn countries, and the technical side of his work managing large scale mine clearance programmes. Ian Mansfield is an outstanding Australian who has made a substantial contribution in the international humanitarian arena. -- Prince Mired bin Raad of Jordan. Special Envoy for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention This impressive book from a man who was for decades engaged in the fight against the disastrous weapon of landmines....outlines the credibility of Ian Mansfield in saving lives and reducing the suffering of landmine victims, appreciated by mine affected countries and by donors. --Dr Cornelio Sommaruga. President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (1987 - 1999) Through his personal bravery and commitment to the worthy cause of ridding the world of the scourge of mines he has helped save the lives of thousands of men women and children. His book is a great read. It tells the story of a man on a mission to do something good in the world. --Lieutenant General (Retired) Peter Leahy AC. Chief of the Australian Army (2002 - 2008)