The nation hascommented on and devoured Paul Gascoigne for years. They read his story. But notuntil now has anyone ever known what it is really like to wakeevery morning and be Gazza. What lies behind the cheeky grin,jokes andtears? HereGascoigne, in the company of his therapist, confronts his demons and takes the readerinto the recesses of his mind. The triggers that created explosive genius on thepitch, outrageous antics off it and at times plunged Gascoigne into dark despair are revealed together withthe critical moments thatinfluenced his alcoholism, depression, drug abuse, gambling, eating disorders and compulsive behaviour. This is more thanthe story of one man. It applies topeople who face turmoil every day. Recognising a problem and seeking help is the hardest step. Through self-assessment forms and expert advice, any reader who sees a mirror of themselves will be offered help and a way forward. There has never been a book like this. Because there has never been a man like Paul Gascoigne.