I have read every cricket book (not those specially commissioned for the children’s market) written by Ashley Mallett and Thommo Speaks Out in my opinion is his best effort since his much-acclaimed biography of Victor Trumper.
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A book to while away the nights, and to help you prepare for the Ashes Series. See what Archie thinks about this latest offering.
A book that did not even rate a mention in Gibbs Index, and after reading Archie’s review you start to think it may have been deliberate
We were promised a biography of Kim Hughes after he quit as captain of Australia. Then after he returned from Rebel tours of South Africa, but still we waited, well it was all worth it. With this latest book answering all the questions of why?
‘Old’ Clarke, Edgar Wilsher, George Parr and the regally named Julius Caesar, who always demanded that his full name appear on the score cards. They are all forgotten names, but the modern cricketers owe the ‘England XI’ a debt of thanks.
This book reminds me of one of the very first tour books written way back in 1871 Wickets in The West by R.A. Fitzgerald.
A book about an unknown who led a short but exciting life, see what Archie thought about this new biography.
An over looked gem, from 1985, found by Archie. This is the second of our seven days of book reviews.
Two in a row! Another five star book starts off our week of daily reviews. Remember to check in tomorrow to see another review.
One of the most fascinating lives of all those men who have reached the heights of Test cricket, what did Archie think of the cricketing Lord?