For most of his working life, controversial Australian journalist Wilfred Burchett chose to report from “the other side”. His unorthodox views and activities caused him to be labeled a traitor by many. Criticized ferociously by anti-communist groups and intelligence organizations in Australia and the US, the Australian Government denied him a passport for 17 years, forcing him to live in exile. At a time when much international reporting is dominated by and propaganda, this compelling autobiography resonates with the issues facing journalism today.