Author(s): Chris Wallace

Biography

Through the window of never before seen letters, Christine Wallace reveals the private Don Bradman - troubled father, loyal friend and outspoken critic. Sir Donald Bradman was the greatest cricketer the world has ever known. But who was the man behind the legendary sporting prowess? Famously guarded about his private life, a sense of mystery surrounds Bradman the man as opposed to Bradman the icon. The Private Don shows sides of Bradman not seen before. It draws on his letters to close friend Rohan Rivett, charismatic editor of Murdoch's The News in Adelaide, which reveal the private Bradman so long obscured from view. Rivett is the opinionated angel who goes where others more circumspect - or on less intimate terms with The Don - would fear to tread.