This week we look at a book that is a vehicle for its imagery rather than its narrative, and from Martin’s review it seems it is a very good one.
CRICKET BOOKS
Sub-titled “The Men and the Method”, it seems that both Martin and David enjoyed this unusual book.
Martin has been relaxing in his garden this week, and seems to have found an excellent book to accompany a lazy afternoon.
A high rating from Archie, although after reading the review it seems like it may one tough read.
Someone once said the difference between eccentricity and madness is money. Sir Julian Cahn seems to have been firmly in the former class.
We all know Archie Mac is in a time warp when it comes to cricket. Or as one CW poster put it “he has a h*** on for old cricketers” Only a book by Mr Haigh could bring him into the 21st century
This week we learn what David thought of the sequel to Richard Heller’s “Tale of Ten Wickets”
This week we review a newly published biography of one of English cricket’s most controversial captains.
This week David has been reading a cricket novel, or perhaps novella might be a more appropriate description – either way Richard Heller’s book seems to be worth a look
The publication of the 2011 Wisden has been immediately followed by the long awaited Collector’s Guide, but is it an essential purchase?