This week we have our twelfth five star book, and the fourth from the same small independent publisher, Fairfield Books. There is also an extract in the Features section
Martin Chandler - ARTICLES
They may not be the best known brothers to have played Test cricket, but Athol and Eric Rowan deserve to be remembered more than they are
In this feature Martin tells the story of the great South African wrist spinner, batsman, war hero and coach, although in the end Aubrey Faulkner was undone by simple human frailty
When the great fast bowlers are discussed the name of Malcolm Marshall always crops up. In this feature Martin looks back at his life and times.
The Hansie Cronje scandal first broke more than 13 years ago, but as a result of a pending Indian court case there may still be much to learn. In this feature Martin recaps.
Something a little different this week, but according to Martin an excellent addition to the literature of the game.
Coffee table books on any subject have a tendency to be disappointing, so it seems that is not the right category in which to place the latest book to bear the MCC logo.
While we are waiting for the name of George Headley to arrive in Steve Ferrier’s countdown, Martin has decided to get his oar in first.
There has been a steady flow of titles on the Ashes appearing in the last few months, but it seems as if Martin has found one that stands out from the crowd.
This week saw the 70th anniversary of the death of Hedley Verity, the most accomplished cricketer to lose his life in action in the Second World War. In this feature Martin tells his story.