St Helens: The Great and the Good is a celebration of the people and the heritage of the town of St Helens. It profiles 100 people from the town, both past and present, who have made their mark on a national, and in some cases international stage, and concludes that the town has long punched above its weight. It has been written in a light hearted manner but poses a serious question - will this prolific production line survive into the future? It is a "must read" for anyone with an interest in the town's history and also for the current youth of the town - can they be inspired to succeed as others have before them?