Books

I’ve been fortunate enough to have read and reviewed two previous books by Christopher Hilton (Cricket’s 300 Men and The Birth of the Ashes) and one thing Hilton could not be accused of is lack of research and depth in his books. His latest offering, “Bradman and the summer that changed cricket” pushes the...
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Bill Frindall was an integral part of Test Match Special from June 1966 until his ultimate ill-timed dismissal in January of 2009, ironically an Ashes year. To many, Bearders was one of the main reasons to tune into Radio 4’s TMS, he will be sorely missed by hundreds of cricket fans around the world....
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Over the past few decades there have been countless books written about Sir Donald Bradman. It is a well trodden path and it takes a great effort to stand out in a crowd of great pretenders. Authorized by the Bradman Museum in Bowral, Rod Nicholson (editor) has put together a fitting tribute to cricket’s...
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“Know the game: Cricket” is an all-round book aimed at both parents and players alike. Whether you are just starting out or you’re an experienced club player – you are sure to take something from this book. Buy Now Written in association with the England and Wales cricket board the guide contains everything you...
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The Official Ashes Treasures by Bernard Whimpress | Carlton Books  To say that “The Official Ashes Treasures” by Bernard Whimpress is unique is an understatement.  It is a truly magnificent book, not only incredibly readable but tactile due to the numerous facsimilie pops outs that include scorecards, newspapers, photographs and cigarette cards. The pop...
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I have always been an admirer of Alec Stewart. I never held it against him because he played for England, there was always something about him as a cricketer that caught my imagination. Was it his great work ethos, competitiveness or his cricketing ability? Whatever the answer, they are just some of his traits...
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In an era where reputation is king, few could argue that Wisden are quite clearly at the top of their game when it comes to cricket history. Their latest publication “Wisden on the Ashes” is further proof that the Reign is not yet over, strike that, the monarchy is alive and doing quite nicely...
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Duncan Hamilton, who is perhaps better known for his award winning book on Brian Clough “20 years with Brian Clough” has once again put pen to paper with his comprehensive biography on England great Harold Larwood. Apart from a collaboration in 1965 between Harold and Kevin Perkins there has been no other biography fully...
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Not only is Gideon a great Aussie bloke but he is a highly talented and skilled writer whose limits know no bounds! Well, that’s not entirely true. If he could transfer his literary skills onto the cricket field he would surely be playing alongside Punter, Pup and Mitch but they don’t and he doesn’t!...
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Given that the Ashes are just around the corner and the IPL hits our screens in the next few weeks, what better time is there than to share a few of my favourite books to hit my desk over the last few months. They range from the serious to the comedic and the biopic...
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