For anyone with an interest in West Indian cricket history this one is definitely an essential read

This week Archie takes a leaf out of Martin’s book and let’s us have his thoughts on a short run limited edition covering a niche subject matter

Still in Scotland from last week Martin’s reading this week has been about another Bazaar

India, cricket betting is a well-liked sport. Its popularity has grown to the point that it is currently one of the most watched sports in the nation.

We don’t always rush to review major releases, but when one of the great writers collaborated with one of Lancashire’s finest it was obvious Martin wouldn’t be able to resist for long

……. and a view from Australia

This week Martin looks at the first of three new booklets that have just been published on the subject of cricket in Scotland in at the turn of the 20th century

Let’s look at the reasons for cricket’s popularity, its history, strengths, and rules. What teams play, and since when.

This long overdue biography of one of the great West Indian fast bowlers is a fine appraisal of a remarkable man