Michael Brunson's early work included coverage of the Biafran War for the BBC; and he was ITN's US correspondent on Watergate. His finest work has been from the 1980s to present day focusing on British politics from Baroness Thatcher to Blair: a true insider's chronicle of recent British political history.

As ITN's diplomatic editor, then political editor, he is a nationally known authority, topping the ratings for news coverage.

His ability to research and develop big stories, to deliver reports and analysis in his clear, amiable style is judged to give ITN's news the edge over the BBC's.

In his book he goes behind the scenes to expand on events and personalities that have shaped the country with an engaging style that is uniquely his.