Herbert Sutcliffe: Cricket Maestro

Herbert Sutcliffe, a national hero in his playing days, was a Yorkshire and England batsman who transformed from a cobblers apprentice to an urbane gentleman. His career spanned the years between the wars and he scored 50,138 first-class runs, including 149 centuries. His remarkable Test average of 60.73 is the highest for an English batsman.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 23 June 2022
Publisher: The History Press Ltd

Herbert Sutcliffe, a national hero during his playing days, stands among the elite group of all-time cricketing greats. Alan Hills' award-winning biography, "Herbert Sutcliffe: Cricket's Coolest, Most Determined and Technically Accomplished Practitioner," delves into the remarkable transformation of the Yorkshire and England batsman from a humble cobblers apprentice to an urbane gentleman. Sutcliffe's captivating personality was multifaceted, often enigmatic, and graced with the looks of a matinee idol. As a cricketer, he possessed a rare genius that shone through in every season he played. Spanning the years between the wars, Sutcliffe's career was marked by exceptional performances, accumulating an impressive 50,138 first-class runs, including 149 centuries. His remarkable Test average of 60.73 stands as the highest for an English batsman, surpassing the likes of Hobbs, Hammond, and Hutton.

To vividly portray Sutcliffe's achievements for Yorkshire and England and to unravel the vibrant story of this extraordinary batsman, the book relies on the reminiscences of Bob Wyatt, Sir Donald Bradman, Sir Len Hutton, and Les Ames, among other illustrious contemporaries. Through their accounts, readers are transported back to the era when Sutcliffe's bat wielded immense power and his presence on the cricket field captivated audiences.

"Herbert Sutcliffe: Cricket's Coolest, Most Determined and Technically Accomplished Practitioner" is a captivating tribute to a cricketing legend who left an indelible mark on the game. It serves as a testament to Sutcliffe's exceptional talent, determination, and technical mastery, and sheds light on the remarkable journey that transformed a humble apprentice into one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport.

Weight: 368g
Dimension: 129 x 199 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803990040
Edition number: 2 ed