Cricket, My Brother and Me: Fifty Years Watching English Cricket

Cricket, My Brother and Me is a memoir of 50 years playing and watching cricket, filled with humorous anecdotes and personal memories. It describes the brothers' early life as cricketers, their attempts to emulate their heroes, and their eventual role as spectators. The book also includes accounts of the Ashes, touring abroad, and county cricket, as well as serious reflections on cricket and politics. It is a must-read for cricket lovers and those intrigued by the sport's passion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2022
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Geoff, a toddler, wields a frying pan with remarkable precision, striking his brother and rendering him unconscious. Miraculously, both siblings survive this incident and develop an unwavering obsession with cricket. Their journey begins with carefree games in oversized pads, evolving into enthusiastic recreational cricketers and devoted fans of England and Notts. Cricket, My Brother and Me is a treasure trove of humorous anecdotes and personal recollections from a remarkable 50-year cricketing adventure. The accounts of their early cricketing days showcase their attempts to emulate their heroes, often resulting in comical failures. Eventually, they embrace the role of spectators, relishing the joys of watching the Ashes, embarking on international tours, and savoring the more relaxed atmosphere of county cricket. The book vividly captures the brothers' first encounter with the Barmy Army, as well as their subsequent touring experiences as members of the world's most renowned cricket supporters' club. Passionate fans will relish the profound reflections on cricket and politics, as well as the insightful thoughts on the sport's future. This captivating book is a must-read for cricket enthusiasts, as well as those intrigued by the profound passion that cricket can ignite.

Weight: 394g
Dimension: 144 x 222 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801501163