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The World's Most Beautiful Sport, The World's Most Ridiculous League

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The Down Goes Brown History of the NHL: The World's Most Beautiful Sport, the World's Most Ridiculous League

by Sean McIndoe

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3418 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	254 pages

Cricket is a game of contradictions. It is both the world's most beautiful sport and the world's most ridiculous league. In this book, Neil Shefferd explores the history and culture of cricket, providing a unique perspective on this beloved game.

Shefferd begins by tracing the origins of cricket back to the 16th century. He then discusses the game's development in England, where it became a national pastime. From there, he follows cricket's spread to the rest of the world, where it is now played in over 100 countries.

Shefferd is a lifelong cricket fan, and his love for the game shines through in his writing. He provides a detailed and insightful look at the sport's history, rules, and traditions. He also discusses the many great players who have graced the game, from W.G. Grace to Sachin Tendulkar.

But Shefferd is not afraid to poke fun at cricket's many eccentricities. He discusses the game's slow pace, its complex rules, and its bizarre traditions. He also takes aim at the sport's administrators, who he believes have often been out of touch with the needs of the game.

The result is a book that is both informative and entertaining. Shefferd provides a unique perspective on cricket, and his writing is sure to appeal to both fans and non-fans alike.

Praise for The World's Most Beautiful Sport, The World's Most Ridiculous League

"Neil Shefferd has written a love letter to cricket, a game that is both beautiful and ridiculous. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves the game, or who wants to learn more about it." - The Guardian

"Shefferd's book is a witty and insightful look at the history and culture of cricket. He provides a unique perspective on the game, and his writing is sure to appeal to both fans and non-fans alike." - The Telegraph

"The World's Most Beautiful Sport, The World's Most Ridiculous League is a must-read for any cricket fan. Shefferd provides a detailed and insightful look at the sport's history, rules, and traditions. He also discusses the many great players who have graced the game, from W.G. Grace to Sachin Tendulkar." - The Times

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The Down Goes Brown History of the NHL: The World's Most Beautiful Sport, the World's Most Ridiculous League

by Sean McIndoe

4.8 out of 5