Download or read book Eye of the Cricket written by James Sallis and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2009-05-26 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lew Griffin is a survivor, a black man in New Orleans, a detective, a teacher, a writer. Having spent years finding others, he has lost his son...and himself in the process. Now a derelict has appeared in a New Orleans hospital claiming to be Lewis Griffin and displaying a copy of one of Lew's novels. It is the beginning of a quest that will take Griffin into his own past while he tries to deal in the present with a search for three missing young men.
Download or read book Eye on Cricket written by Samir Chopra and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Eye on Cricket, Samir Chopra, a professor of philosophy and a long-time blogger at ESPNcricinfo, offers us a deeply personal take on a game that has entranced him his entire life in the several lands he has called home. In these essays, Chopra reflects on a childhood centred on cricket, the many obsessions of fandom, the intersection of the personal and the political, expatriate experiences of cricket, historical regrets and remembrances, and cricket writing and media. Nostalgic, passionate and meditative, Eye on Cricket is steeped in cricket's history and its cultural significance, and reminds the most devoted spectators of the game that they are not alone. It shows how a game may, by offering a common language of understanding, bring together even those separated by time and space and culture.
Download or read book An Eye for Cricket written by Patrick Eagar and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book An Eye on Cricket written by Gideon Haigh and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-15 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gideon Haigh has trained an unblinking eye on cricket for nearly thirty years. An Eye on Cricket selects the best of his work since 2013, a period of unprecedented change in the summer game in Australia and overseas, encompassing the recapture and loss of the Ashes, the triumph of the World Cup, the rise of the Big Bash League, the tragedy of Phillip Hughes, the eclipse of Michael Clarke, and the passing of former greats from Richie Benaud to Max Walker. The result is a vivid, often exciting, regularly amusing and sometimes alarming panorama, incorporating the future of Test cricket in a Twenty20 era, of Australia in an Indianised game, of fun in a professional world, and the scourges of fixing and doping - an essential guide to the greatest game of all.
Download or read book Wounded Tiger written by Peter Oborne and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-04-09 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE WISDEN BOOK OF THE YEAR and THE CROSS SPORTS BOOK AWARDS CRICKET BOOK OF THE YEAR. 'The most complete, best researched, roses-and-thorns history of cricket in Pakistan' Independent 'As good as it's likely to get' Guardian The nation of Pakistan was born out of the trauma of Partition from India in 1947. Its cricket team evolved in the chaotic aftermath. Initially unrecognised, underfunded and weak, Pakistan's team grew to become a major force in world cricket. Since the early days of the Raj, cricket has been entwined with national identity and Pakistan's successes helped to define its status in the world. Defiant in defence, irresistible in attack, players such as A.H.Kardar, Fazal Mahmood, Wasim Akram and Imran Khan awed their contemporaries and inspired their successors. The story of Pakistan cricket is filled with triumph and tragedy. In recent years, it has been threatened by the same problems affecting Pakistan itself: fallout from the 'war on terror', sectarian violence, corruption, crises in health and education, and a shortage of effective leaders. For twenty years, Pakistan cricket has been stained by the scandalous behaviour of the players involved in match-fixing. After 2009, the fear of violence drove Pakistan's international cricket into exile. But Peter Oborne's narrative is also full of hope. For all its troubles, cricket gives all Pakistanis a chance to excel and express themselves, a sense of identity and a cause for pride in their country. Packed with first-hand recollections, and digging deep into political, social and cultural history, Wounded Tiger is a major study of sport and nationhood.
Download or read book The Colours of Cricket written by Philip Brown and published by . This book was released on 2022-08-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Colours of Cricket showcases the finest photos of award-winning cricket photographer Philip Brown. In a prestigious 30-year career, Brown has captured 250 Test matches, numerous World Cups and other competitions around the world. Growing up in sports-mad Australia, he fell in love with cricket and photography at a young age and has spent most of his life shooting some of the most memorable moments in the history of the game and the characters who made them. This beautiful book features eye-catching images of some of the biggest names in cricket - stars such as Shane Warne, Brian Lara, Kevin Pietersen, Steve Waugh and Sachin Tendulkar. But beyond the celebrities Philip also has an eye for the people and places he has seen along the way. The Colours of Cricket documents the changing face of the sport over five decades, taking us on a nostalgic trip through time. Featuring more than 330 of Brown's favourite images, this is a stunning pictorial celebration that every cricket fan will treasure.
Download or read book The Ultrastructure of the Compound Eye of Cricket written by John Frederick Baskar and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How s That written by Graeme Bechaz and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Cricket in Times Square written by George Selden and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR). This book was released on 2014-02-25 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After Chester lands, in the Times Square subway station, he makes himself comfortable in a nearby newsstand. There, he has the good fortune to make three new friends: Mario, a little boy whose parents run the falling newsstand, Tucker, a fast-talking Broadway mouse, and Tucker's sidekick, Harry the Cat. The escapades of these four friends in bustling New York City makes for lively listening and humorous entertainment. And somehow, they manage to bring a taste of success to the nearly bankrupt newsstand. Join Chester Cricket and his friends in this classic children's book by George Selden, with illustrations by Garth Williams. The Cricket in Times Square is a 1961 Newbery Honor Book.
Download or read book Applied Mechanics written by Liangchi Zhang and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2002 with total page 731 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Jointly organized by The National Committee of Applied Mechanics, IEAust, The University of Sydney; sponsored by The University of Sydney, Asian Office of Aerospace Research and Development, Air Force Office of Scientific Research USA"--Page v./Includes bibliographical references and index.
Download or read book Cricket written by R. H. Lyttelton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-29 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In their anthology, 'Cricket,' R.H. Lyttelton and A.G. Steel curate a broad spectacle into the venerable world of cricket, capturing not just the essence of the sport but its significant cultural and historical imprint. Through a selection of compelling narratives, analysis, and reflections, the collection balances on the fine line between the literary and the vividly anecdotal, demonstrating an array of styles from the technical to the profoundly personal. It presents cricket more as a microcosm of society, highlighting values, conflicts, and the evolution of traditions, thereby inviting readers to view the sport as a lens through which broader social narratives can be examined. The authors and editors, revered figures in the realm of cricket, bring a profound depth of experience, expertise, and passion to the anthology, their backgrounds as players and commentators enriching the narrative scope. The collection stands as a testament to a time when cricket was burgeoning into both a national obsession and a gentleman's game, reflecting both the colonial roots of the sport and its transformation into a global spectacle. This melding of perspectives from various epochs of the sport underlines its enduring appeal and evolving nature. 'Read Cricket' is highly recommended for those eager to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of cricket's heritage and its impact on individuals and communities alike. The anthology serves as a unique repository of knowledge and insights, benefiting not only cricket aficionados but also readers interested in exploring the intersection of sports, culture, and history. This book promises an enriching journey through the ages, offering a comprehensive understanding of cricket's multifaceted dimensions and the formidable imprint it has left on the world.
Download or read book The Politics of South African Cricket written by Jon Gemmell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-03-31 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Politics of South African Cricket analyses the relationship between politics and sport, in particular cricket, in South Africa. South African Cricket embraces an ethos that is symbolic of a wider held belief system and as such has distinctive political connotations in the region. Sport in South Africa is certainly influenced by forces beyond the playing field, but politics too can be influenced by the social and economic force of sport. Focusing on the sports boycott as a political strategy, Jon Gemmell analyses the relationship between sport and politics through a historical analysis of South African cricket. He employs case studies to explore the relationship between politics and South African cricket and argues convincingly that cricket assisted the reform process by undermining the legitimacy of the apartheid regime.
Download or read book The Science of Cricket written by K. N. Chauhan and published by PartridgeIndia. This book was released on with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book On Cricket written by Mike Brearley and published by Constable. This book was released on 2018-10-04 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A treasure of recollections and reactions, talking heroes, controversies and big themes' i paper 'Brearley is at his best in these quirky, delightful essays when he is exploring the human qualities of humbler players . . . Brearley's admiration for his friends' decency, craftsmanship and modesty seems to recall a golden age of country cricket' The Times 'Brearley has a knack for paying respect to the past without denigrating the present and for calmly considering the future' Mail on Sunday Mike Brearley was arguably one of England's finest cricket captains; not just for his outstanding record leading his country but also for the way he orchestrated, during the 1981 Ashes series, one of the most extraordinary reversals in sporting history. In this collection of sparkling essays, Brearley reflects on the game he has come to know so well. He ranges from the personal - the influence of his Yorkshire father and the idols of his youth - to controversial aspects of the professional game, including cheating, corruption, and innovation, the latter often being on a borderline between genius and rebellion. Brearley also evaluates his heroes (amongst them Viv Richards, Bishan Bedi and Dennis Lillee), the game changers, the outstanding wicketkeepers, the 'Indian-ness' of four generations of Indian batsmen and the important commentators (including Harold Pinter, John Arlott and Ian Chappell). The Ashes, the most sustained love-hate relationship in the history of sport and key to Brearley's test-playing career, are raked over. Central to the book is an important section on race and cricket, and the legacy of C. L. R. James. Insightful and humorous, On Cricket is an intelligent exposition of the game's idiosyncratic culture and its enduring appeal.
Download or read book Cricket written by Horace Gordon Hutchinson and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-10-11 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the world of sport with "Cricket" by Horace Gordon Hutchinson. This insightful work delves into the essence of cricket, exploring its strategies, history, and the passion that makes it a beloved game. As Hutchinson shares his knowledge, you'll discover the intricacies of the game and the camaraderie it fosters among players and fans alike. What if the spirit of cricket holds valuable lessons for life beyond the pitch? But here’s a compelling question: In a sport defined by teamwork and resilience, how can we apply these principles to overcome challenges in our own lives? Engage with Hutchinson's expert insights that illuminate the art of cricket. Each chapter offers a unique perspective, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty of the game and its profound impact on culture. Are you ready to deepen your understanding of cricket and the values it embodies? Experience Hutchinson's engaging writing through short, impactful paragraphs that inspire both seasoned fans and newcomers alike. This book is not just a guide to cricket; it’s an exploration of the sport's significance in our lives. This is your chance to celebrate the spirit of cricket. Will you let "Cricket" ignite your passion for the game and its enduring legacy? Don’t miss out on this classic sports literature. Purchase "Cricket" now and join the ranks of those who cherish this timeless game!
Download or read book Cricket in the Thicket written by Carol Murray and published by Henry Holt Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 2017-05-09 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Poetry about cool insects with accompanying facts"--
