Going To Sea In A Sieve: The Autobiography (2012) - Plot & Excerpts
Im sure that Danny Baker's life as described here cannot have been as charmed as it first sounds but it is refreshing that this autobiography is not one of those that eulogises a difficult upbringing but rather relishes the adventure, joy and warm family life that Baker obviously had when he was growing up. If the book gave me the sense of someone who has received golden opportunities in life mainly due to a case of right place, right time, there is no doubt that he appreciates the chances he has been given and the part he had in some extraordinary times. Above all however it's the great stories that make the book - the Michael Jackson interview, the "relationship" with Elton John, a dog who can open the front door! Danny Baker's five live Satruday show is peerless. Baker's broadcasting seems effortless but the real skill he has is only apparent when others stand in. Whimsical and friendly Baker is an ideal broadcaster. This autobiography covers earlier times, his unexceptional schooling, his early working life and reminds us that Danny Baker was not always so loved. Danny Baker writing the singles reviews in late 1970s NME was a thing to dread. I am sure that he gave single of the week to Cliff Richard one week and despite his pop sensibilities, I am sure he did it only to annoy (and it still does). As an autobiographer he is long on anecdote (as you would expect) and generally very entertaining, but he comes across as far less likeable than his radio persona - although better than those Daz commercials that came later! It's an entertaining enough read, but unlike his radio programmes and his single reviewing neither exceptionally good nor exceptionally bad.
What do You think about Going To Sea In A Sieve: The Autobiography (2012)?
My era so felt like a night out with a mate reminiscing. Well written and very enjoyable
—nikki
Hilarious - especially all the stories about Danny's dad. Bring on Volume 2!
—k4hurtado4
Ok Quite Interesting hurry up with Volume 2
—nessa
