Fred Trueman

Author : Chris Waters
Publisher : Aurum
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781845137618

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Fred Trueman by Chris Waters Pdf

Fred Trueman was so much more than a cricketing legend. ‘The greatest living Yorkshireman’ according to Prime Minister Harold Wilson, he couldn’t help excelling at everything he did, whether it was as a hostile fast bowler for Yorkshire and England, and the first man to take 300 Test wickets in a career, or as a fearlessly outspoken radio summariser for Test Match Special. He was famous for regularly spluttering that, ‘I don’t know what’s going off out there,’ as well as for the amount of swearing he managed to incorporate into everyday speech. Beloved of cricket crowds, who filled grounds to witness his belligerent way of playing the game, and nothing but trouble to the cricket authorities, ‘Fiery Fred’ was the epitome of a full-blooded Englishman. But as Chris Waters reveals in this first full biography, behind the charismatic, exuberant mask lay a far less self-assured man – terrified even that his new dog wouldn’t like him – and whose bucolic version of his upbringing bore no relation to the gritty and impoverished South Yorkshire mining community where he actually grew up. Drawing on dozens of new interviews with his Yorkshire colleagues, family and friends, this life of Fred Trueman will surprise and even shock, but also confirm the status of an English folk hero.

Author : Geoff Tibballs
Publisher : Random House
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-12-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781446407226

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The Bowler's Holding, the Batsman's Willey by Geoff Tibballs Pdf

'He dribbles a lot and the opposition doesn't like it - you can see it all over their faces' - Ron Atkinson 'Rugby is a good occasion for keeping thirty bullies far from the city centre' - Oscar Wilde Whether over the moon or sick as a parrot, sportsmen and women can invariably be relied upon to come out with a humorous quote...even if it's not always intentional. The Bowler's Holding, The Batsman's Willey provides the definitive collection of sporting wit, from participants and observers alike. The book covers the full gamut of the sports spectrum and provides over 4,000 side-splittingly funny quotes - some examples of incisive sporting wit, others inadvertent howlers never to be forgotten; ranging from the cutting remarks of Brian Clough and Muhammad Ali to the studied observations of John Arlott and the hilarious gaffes of Murray Walker. The Bowler's Holding, The Batsman's Willey is an absolute must for any sports fan.

Author : Fred Trueman
Publisher : J.M. Dent & Sons
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Cricket players
ISBN : 0460043048

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Ball of Fire by Fred Trueman Pdf

Author : Adam Pearson
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-24
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781908382870

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The Cricket Quiz Book by Adam Pearson Pdf

Did you know that cricket is the second most popular sport in the world and has been an established team sport for centuries, with more than 100 cricket-playing nations now recognised by the International Cricket Council? No doubt those questions haven't left cricket aficionados remotely stumped, but be prepared to be caught out by the 1,000 leg-breaking quiz questions in this book. Your innings will require you to recall facts and figures relating to every possible aspect of the game of cricket from players to umpires and national to international matches, together with all kinds of trivia, so you could very easily find yourself in a real spin and may need to enlist the help of friends to bail you out before a sneaky Chinaman bowls you over, slips you up or reduces you to a pile of ashes. Whether you find yourself top of the batting order or limping with a square leg, this book, with a fitting foreword by Dickie Bird, contains a wealth of knowledge about the sport that is guaranteed to enthral all cricket fans, and questions that will stimulate fond memories and friendly debates for many an entertaining hour.

Author : Crombie Jardine
Publisher : Crombie Jardine Publishing
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-30
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781906051495

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Stumped Again! by Crombie Jardine Pdf

Following on from the success of STUMPED! THE WORLD'S FUNNIEST CRICKET QUOTES, here is a new selection of gaffes and quips from cricket lovers the world over, guaranteed to make you smile.

Author : Duncan Hamilton
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011-11-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781408170403

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Wisden on Yorkshire by Duncan Hamilton Pdf

Yorkshire County Cricket Club is by far the most successful county cricket club in history. Since the County Championship was constituted in 1890, Yorkshire has, in addition to one shared Championship, won it outright on 30 occasions and Yorkshire cricket supporters take great pride in the county's cricketing history. As well as the club's successes, there have been 42 Yorkshire players chosen as Wisden Cricketers of the Year. Many have been world-class cricketers such as Wilfred Rhodes, Len Hutton, Fred Trueman and Geoffrey Boycott, with distinguished England careers. Many thousands of Wisden pages have been filled with Yorkshire cricket, Yorkshire cricketers and Tests in Yorkshire. Wisden on Yorkshire is a fascinating journey mixing great matches, personalities, feats, controversies and unusual occurrences. Presenting the best Yorkshire info from the Almanack archives, Wisden on Yorkshire includes: Focus on the iconic Yorkshire players, such as Truman and Boycott Cricketers of the Year and Obituaries The County's history, highlighting significant years and extracts from reviews of those years Fascinating stories of both the highs and lows in the club's history colour plate section containing superb classic images Detailed records, match reports and scorecards

Author : Catriona Crombie
Publisher : Crombie Jardine Publishing
Page : 93 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-07-16
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781291951318

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"e;If the Poms Bat First, Tell the Taxi to Wait"e; and Other Funny Cricket Quotes by Catriona Crombie Pdf

A compilation of cricket commentators' gaffes and good-natured banter amongst players. Quotes to keep cricket lovers amused include nonsensical remarks, unintentional puns, stating the bleeding obvious, sledging, and gentle musings.

Author : Richard Cox
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-12-16
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781135287702

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British Sport - a Bibliography to 2000 by Richard Cox Pdf

Volume three of a bibliography documenting all that has been written in the English language on the history of sport and physical education in Britain. It lists all secondary source material including reference works, in a classified order to meet the needs of the sports historian.

Author : Richard William Cox
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Athletes
ISBN : 0714652520

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British Sport: Biographical studies of British sportsmen, sportswomen, and animals by Richard William Cox Pdf

Volume three of a bibliography documenting all that has been written in the English language on the history of sport and physical education in Britain. It lists all secondary source material including reference works, in a classified order to meet the needs of the sports historian.

Author : Fred Trueman
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0330427059

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As It Was by Fred Trueman Pdf

The fastest bowler of his and of subsequent generations, Fred Trueman tells the story of his career, from the life of a junior professional in a county team in the 1950s, to the heady days of test glory in the 1960s and his subsequent career in sports broadcasting.

Author : Douglas Adams
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-26
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781447227588

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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Radio Scripts Volume 2 by Douglas Adams Pdf

Twenty-five years after the original radio series of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy exploded into the public consciousness, the further exploits of its bewildered hero Arthur Dent were finally adapted for radio by Dirk Maggs, in part using drafts written by Douglas Adams before his death. The resulting fourteen completely new episodes were produced by Above the Title Productions and broadcast on BBC Radio 4, with nearly all of the original cast reunited for recording. These scripts brilliantly bring to life the last three books in Adams' perennially popular Hitchhiker series: Life, the Universe and Everything; So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish; and Mostly Harmless. Dirk Maggs supplies notes which highlight original Adams material and explain how the cast, special effects and music were directed. The scripts are introduced by Simon Jones, who played Arthur Dent in both the original and the recent radio series, as well as in The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy television series. Douglas Adams first conceived The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy for radio and it is an honour to his memory that all five Hitchhiker novels have now been adapted for this medium. These scripts exemplify the freshness of perspective, humour and perspicacity that epitomize the work of Douglas Adams. They will be loved by fans and those new to Hitchhiker’s alike.

Author : Colin Edwards
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-10
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781398464971

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British Sporting Champions by Colin Edwards Pdf

You do not leave school one day and win an Olympic gold medal the next. This book is about 50 sporting champions and how they got started. It contains a biography of each followed by their career records. It shows in detail their achievements from school, youth, under 20, under 30, to seminar level, from county, area, national and international honours. It is a multi-sport book that should appeal to multi-sport lovers.

Author : David Gower
Publisher : Icon Books Ltd
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2015-05-14
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781906850890

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David Gower’s Half-Century by David Gower Pdf

Former England captain and impeccably stylish batsman David Gower, himself inducted into cricket’s Hall of Fame, here takes a leap of faith and names his 50 greatest players of all time. Going back through the history of the game, he honours the finest run-getters, wicket-takers, glove men and captains he played with and against, as well as those he has been able to observe as a spectator or commentator, and legendary achievers from earlier eras. Full of first-hand recollections and anecdotes, this book is sure to delight – and occasionally infuriate – cricket enthusiasts everywhere. Who was the best of the great West Indian quicks? Have England heroes like Boycott, Pietersen and Flintoff made the cut? Who has been the greatest Australian batsman, post-Bradman? All is revealed in this lively and contentious celebration of cricket’s true greats.

Author : Roy Hattersley
Publisher : Abacus
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780748118168

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In Search of England by Roy Hattersley Pdf

Passionate, affectionate and indefatigably curious, In Search of England joins a tradition of writing, from William Cobbett to JB Priestley, that makes a journey around the English countryside and character. England is the most various of countries; within its borders, life changes mile on mile. Roy Hattersley celebrates crumbling churches and serene Victorian architecture, magnificent hills and wind-whipped coast, our music, theatre and local customs, and, above all, the quirky good humour and resilience of England's denizens. In Search of England is an unapologetic love story, a paean of praise for all the fascinating variety and flavour of England's places and people.

Author : Max Davidson
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781408171134

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We'll Get 'Em in Sequins by Max Davidson Pdf

A truly unique and fascinating look at the changing nature of masculinity and manliness, told through the lens of a series of Yorkshire County Cricket Club player portraits through the ages. George Hirst was a man of his time. His apocryphal quotation "We'll get 'em in singles"epitomises his no-fuss approach to all matters, and his distate for excess or ostentation. His stiff upper lip was a requisite part of his Edwardian manliness. Fast forward a century or so to Darren Gough's besequinned victory on Strictly Come Dancing or to Michael Vaughan's final teary press conference, and the different versions of what it means to be masculine are worlds apart. It is one of the oldest cliches in sports writing to say that sport mirrors life. And yet, in this instance, the world of Yorkshire cricket has so faithfully mirrored the outside world that the cliche is unavoidable. Yorkshire, sobrest of counties, has given us some remarkable characters over the years - Len Hutton, Geoffrey Boycott, and Fred Trueman to name just a few. Through portraits of these and other Yorkshire players, and the values that they shared with their contemporaries, this wonderfully original book maps the contours of a sexual revolution whose tremors are still being felt today.