Line and Strength  (English, Paperback, McGrath Glenn)

Line and Strength is a tell-all autobiography of the former Australian cricketer, Glenn McGrath. He has compiled the book with the sports journalist, Daniel Lane. It includes a postscript by McGrath's late wife Jane.

Summary of the Book

From his early days of working the land in Narromine to winning the World Cup three times, Glenn McGrath has always been led by an unwavering will to succeed, in spite of the numerous odds that have come along his way. Following his retirement from international cricket, McGrath has chosen to recount his complete story, on and off the field, in Line and Strength. Known as 'Pigeon', he won his baggy green cap in Perth in 1993 and went on to becoming one of the cricket's most successful fast bowlers. McGrath entered Ashes folklore in 1997 and destroyed England’s game by taking 8 for 38 at Lords. He even scored a Test half-century with the bat. With the legendary leg spinner, Shane Warne, McGrath formed the most devastating bowling combination in Test history. But McGrath's most meaningful achievements, unarguably, have been off the field, as a loving husband more than a cricketer. With his wife, Jane, he founded the McGrath Foundation, a major funder for and supporter of breast cancer victims. In this book, he poignantly talks about Jane and his battles against the disease and Jane's tragic passing.

About Glenn McGrath

Nicknamed “Pigeon”, Glenn Donald McGrath is a former Australian cricketer and a part-time cricket commentator for Channel Nine’s cricket coverage.A fast-medium pace bowler, McGrath is regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in the history of cricket.

About Daniel Lane

Daniel Lane has been a sports journalist for about 23 years, working in print media, radio and television. He was also on the support staff for the 2000 and 2004 Australian Olympic Games teams. Lane has won several awards for his sports writing.