The American Guide to the Laws of Cricket (eBook, ePUB)
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What happens when an American, with deep ties to England's proud cricketing heritage, becomes captivated by the complexities of a game most in his homeland dismiss as arcane? In The American Guide to the Laws of Cricket, the great-grandson of Montagu Odd-a renowned cricket bat manufacturer-explores the history, traditions, and evolution of cricket from an outsider's perspective. Part memoir, part cultural study, this book unravels cricket's deep roots in British history and the Empire's expansion. It also offers a comprehensive guide to the Laws of Cricket, breaking down every rule with clarit...
What happens when an American, with deep ties to England's proud cricketing heritage, becomes captivated by the complexities of a game most in his homeland dismiss as arcane? In The American Guide to the Laws of Cricket, the great-grandson of Montagu Odd-a renowned cricket bat manufacturer-explores the history, traditions, and evolution of cricket from an outsider's perspective. Part memoir, part cultural study, this book unravels cricket's deep roots in British history and the Empire's expansion. It also offers a comprehensive guide to the Laws of Cricket, breaking down every rule with clarity and detail to make the game accessible to newcomers. With wit and insight, the author takes readers on a personal journey, weaving in his unique lineage as one of the few Americans with titles of nobility, while reflecting on how cricket offers a counterpoint to the fast-paced, win-at-all-costs mentality of modern life. Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned fan, The American Guide to the Laws of Cricket is an engaging and informative exploration of the game's charm, its intricate rules, and its unlikely resonance-on and off the pitch.
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