In the twenty years since Allan Border retired as Australian cricket captain he's been one of the game's closest and most astute observers. His views on cricket - based on his experiences as a player, a captain, a selector and a commentator - are fascinating, forthright and informed by more than three decades of involvement at the game's highest level. In Cricket as I See It he gives us his wisdom and opinions on the game he loves - from epic Tests, the rising power of India, and the Twenty20 revolution, through to his thoughts on captaincy, and the essential arts of batting, bowling and sledging. He reflects on the great players and contests of his generation, as well as controversies such as the underarm bowling affair, the turbulent events that led to him shouldering the captaincy, the rebel tour of South Africa, Steve Waugh's dropping as one-day captain, and the divisive 'Monkeygate' scandal. With cricket, Allan calls it as he sees it, and the result is a book to be savoured and enjoyed by cricket lovers everywhere.
A tribute to the finest writers on the game of cricket and an acknowledgement that the great days of cricket literature are behind us. There was a time when major English writers – P. G. Wodehouse, Arthur Conan Doyle, Alec Waugh – took time off to write about cricket, whereas the cricket book market today is dominated by ghosted autobiographies and statistical compendiums. The Picador Book of Cricket celebrates the best writing on the game and includes many pieces that have been out of print, or difficult to get hold of, for years. Including Neville Cardus, C. L. R. James, John Arlott, V. S. Naipaul, and C. B. Fry, this anthology is a must for any cricket follower or anyone interested in sports writing elevated to high art.
Winner of the Cricket Writers' Club Book of the Year 2016 Shortlisted for the MCC Book of the Year Shortlisted for Cricket Book of the Year at the Sports Book Awards Scyld Berry draws on his experiences as a cricket writer of forty years to produce new insights and unfamiliar historical angles on the game, along with moving reflections on episodes from his own life. The author covers a range of themes including cricket in different areas of the world, and abstract concepts such as language, numbers, ethics and psychology; Scyld Berry relishes the joys cricket provides and is convinced of the positive effect it can have in people's lives. Cricket: The Game of Life is an inspiring book that reminds readers why they love the game and prompts them to look at it in a new way.
Step onto the hallowed grounds of cricket's storied history with "Cricket" by Horace G. Hutchinson. Join Hutchinson as he takes you on a captivating journey through the evolution, excitement, and enduring legacy of one of the world's most beloved sports. Delve into the rich tapestry of cricket's past as Hutchinson traces its origins, from its humble beginnings in rural England to its rise as a global phenomenon. Through vivid descriptions and fascinating anecdotes, he brings to life the passion, drama, and camaraderie that have defined the game for centuries. Experience the thrill of the cricket pitch as Hutchinson immerses you in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the game. From the crack of the bat to the roar of the crowd, he captures the essence of cricket's unique appeal, celebrating its moments of triumph, heartbreak, and sheer exhilaration. Delve into the intricacies of cricket strategy, technique, and tactics as you explore Hutchinson's insightful analysis of the game. From the art of batting and bowling to the nuances of fielding and captaincy, he offers readers a deeper understanding of cricket's complexities and the skill and strategy required to excel at the highest level. The overall tone of "Cricket" is one of reverence, passion, and deep appreciation for the game's rich heritage and enduring appeal. With its blend of history, analysis, and personal reflection, the book offers readers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of cricket's past, present, and future. Since its publication, "Cricket" has captivated readers with its compelling storytelling and insightful commentary. Its enduring popularity is a testament to Hutchinson's love for the game and his ability to convey the excitement and drama of cricket to readers of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you're a lifelong cricket fan, a casual observer, or simply someone with a love for sports and competition, "Cricket" offers a captivating and immersive reading experience that will leave you inspired by the beauty and brilliance of one of the world's greatest games. Join Horace G. Hutchinson on a journey through the annals of cricket history, and discover the magic and majesty of this timeless sport. Don't miss your chance to explore the world of cricket with "Cricket" by Horace G. Hutchinson. Let its compelling narrative and insightful analysis transport you to the heart of the game, where legends are made, records are broken, and the spirit of competition burns brightly. Secure your copy now and prepare to be swept away by the magic of cricket.
Souci Alexander, a poor young woman from the mountainous interior of Jamaica, agrees to a platonic marriage to Lewis Montrose, a politician who needs her to further his career and his chances at winning the election. Souci initially enjoys her new luxurious lifestyle, but her feelings change from exhilaration to anxiety when just as she develops real feelings for her husband, she discovers his dark and violent past--one he never intended to be revealed.
A celebration of the humble cricket pavilion, an architectural icon of British life. In this lavishly illustrated book, Lynn Pearson explores the history of these often overlooked gems of architectural and social history.
Cricket is an enduring paradox. On the one hand, it symbolises much that is outmoded: imperialism; a leisured elite; a rural, aristocratic Englishness. On the other, it endures as a global game and does so by skilful adaptation, trading partly on its mythic past and partly on its capacity to repackage itself. This ambitious new history recounts the politics of cricket around the world since the Second World War, examining key cultural and political themes, including decolonisation, racism, gender, globalisation, corruption and commercialisation. Part One looks at the transformation of cricket cultures in the ten territories of the former British Empire in the years immediately after 1945, a time when decolonisation and the search for national identity touched every cricket playing region in the world. Part Two focuses on globalisation and the game’s evolution as an international sport, analysing: social change and the Ashes; the campaigns for new cricket formats; the development of the women’s game; the new breed of coach; the limits to the game’s global expansion; and the rise of India as the world’s leading cricket power. Cricket: A Political History of the Global Game, 1945-2017 is fascinating reading for anybody interested in the contemporary history of sport.
When two rather stout ladies sit on Chester Cricket's home in the Old Meadow, the worm-eaten stump collapses and Chester, aided by his friends, is forced to look for a new home. “Readers of this favorite series will delight in the chance to share another experience with Chester and the inhabitants of the Old Meadow.” —Booklist
Cricket is a sport which is currently undergoing a rapid and dramatic transformation. Traditionally thought of as an English summer game, limited in appeal to Britain and its Commonwealth, cricket has, in the past a few years, achieved a global profile. This is largely due to the development of a new TV-friendly format of the game: Twenty20 cricket. Indeed, through the economic and media interests promoting the Indian Premier League (IPL), the world’s richest Twenty20 tournament, cricket has belatedly ‘gone global’. The rapid rise of the IPL underlines that the economic and political characters within cricket are no longer the traditional elites in metropolitan centres but the businessmen of India and the media entrepreneurs world-wide who seek to shape new audiences for the game and create new marketing opportunities on a global scale. The contributions in this book fall into two broad categories. There are firstly those which explore the rapid growth of Twenty20, particularly the motors of change and the new directions that cricket is taking as a result of the Twenty20 revolution. Secondly, there are a number of contributions which chart the impact of Twenty20 on traditional elements of the game. This book was originally published as a special issue of Sport in Society.
