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Brian Close was one of the greatest characters of post-war cricket – daring, defiant and daft.
This is the story of the 40-year career in cricket – as player and coach – of Andy Moles.
A collection of some of cricket writer Paul Edwards’ best and most entertaining work.
Alan Gibson tells the fascinating story of the men who have led England in its first 100 years of Test cricket.
The untold story of cricket’s influential role in London’s literary world.
More tales of cricketing legends making their mark in club cricket.
The thrilling and brutal story of the 1974/75 Ashes series in Australia.
The story of an ordinary Birmingham schoolkid in modern Britain by England all-rounder Moeen Ali and Tanya Aldred.
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Reviews
“I’ve always believed that cricket is a sport built from,
and shaped by, language, and this splendid collection
proves it. Owzat!”
Ian McMillan
"Sticky Dogs and Stardust is a fund of astonishing stories, which would have remained untold without Scott Oliver’s labours"
Anthony McGowan, Wisden Cricketers' Almanack
“The perfect book to take with you and your deckchair to a village cricket match this summer. This book reminds us how writing and cricket and reading belong together, as do the people who love them. And I’m one of them!”
Michael Morpurgo
Few have explored cricket's quirky stories as far and wide as Geoff Lemon and Adam Collins.
There is a refreshing honesty about everything Giles writes, and many reminders about tours and Tests that have not been written about for many years.
Martin Chandler, Cricket Web
An uplifting and joyous read, capturing – at times with stunning emotion – the power of cricket to transform lives.
Stephen Chalke
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