A comprehensive, single-volume illustrated reference book that covers various major facets of cricket. It includes an in-depth records section, an integral part of cricket lore. It also offers coverage of England's winter tour to Australia and 2007 Cricket World Cup held in the Caribbean.
Covering the many facets of the noblest of traditional summer games, this is a comprehensive illustrated work of cricketing reference. Not only is it suitable for lovers of the sport, but also useful for resolving arguments or when standing at the bar in the local club pavilion.
In this work, the author examines old myths and offers insights into cricket's development from a rudimentary ball-game into a highly sophisticated sport that is still spreading to new parts of the world.