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The quintessentially English cricket commentator, writer, oenophile, bon viveur, collector and national treasure, fondly known as “Blowers”, tells his colourful life story.

Born in Norfolk and educated at Eton and Cambridge, Henry Calthorpe Blofeld OBE, nicknamed “Blowers” by the late Brian Johnston, is best known as a cricket commentator for Test Match Special on BBC Radio 4 and BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra. His distinctively rich, cut glass voice and his vividly eccentric observations of life on and off the pitch, have made him a household name, not only in Britain but around the world, wherever cricket is played. Blowers has been close the the heart of the game for over fifty years and his career has taken him to the far corners of the earth. This autobiography, stuffed to the gunwhales with delicious anecdotes, brings his astonishingly colourful story bang up to date.

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Critic reviews

‘Blowers is the master of “painting a picture” … An irresistible adventure, a tribute to optimism, fine living and good friends’ Independent

‘No one knows or cares more about radio or can write about it with such wit, love and grace’ Stephen Fry
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

He is an unashamed snob - got to read it!

What does Henry Blofeld bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Lots of fascinating facts - second only to Johnners.

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The Long Room And All That.

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A smashing read from a snob of the highest level - from a privileged background comes a plethora of stories. This guy didn't have to try hard - he is a successful and funny snob of the Eton variety.

Excellent stuff from an ex public schoolboy

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Great read! Entertaining, ball after ball and every classy cover drive. Look forward to the next innings!

Lots of juicy bits!

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I'm not a real cricket fan now but I enjoyed listening to Henry on TMS. So I bought this book and was not in the least disappointed. I was very disappointed when it came to an end. It was very well written and no one could have read it better. His exploits had me chuckling as did his self deprication. Very much well worth a listen to. Brilliant.

Entertainment personified

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What a wonderful story from Henry. Hilariously written and delivered in his wonderful honeyed tones, this is a book which will have you splitting your sides. Packed full of hilarious anecdotes it's a wonderful read for anyone who loves a deft turn of phrase and cocking a snook at some of modern life's absurdities

A complete hoot!

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Whilst the first 9 Chapters are engaging and interesting, covering early years and career progression, the latter half of the book is a haphazard charge around Henry’s life. Whilst there are occasional interesting stories the second half let’s down the first. Bowled first ball after drinks.

Half an Orange

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