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A celebration of a game that shaped a nation and the human dramas played out on its green fields. Rediscovered and reborn by Alpha Editions, Cricket is a richly detailed portrait of the sport s early greatness: the rules, the techniques, the great matches and personalities that forged modern cricket. Combining vivid match narratives with practical chapters on cricket techniques, cricket strategies, and cricket skills, this volume moves seamlessly from Victorian cricket to the evolution of play that still influences cricketers today. Readers will find clear, approachable instruction for cricket for beginners alongside thoughtful analysis of historical cricket matches and the rules that governed them. Iconic cricket legends and tactical minds echoed in commentary associated with names like R. H. Lyttelton and A. G. Steel come alive in scenes of triumph, controversy, and sporting grace. This edition is more than a reprint: it s a cultural restoration. Out of print for decades and painstakingly restored for today s and future generations by Alpha Editions, this book is both a working manual and a collector s item. Meticulously prepared, it preserves the voice and context of its era while making the material accessible to modern readers. Perfect for casual fans, players seeking historical foundation, and classic literature collectors, Cricket is an essential volume for anyone passionate about cricket history, cricket evolution, and the timeless spirit of the game.

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