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Sharing my love of cricket

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Henry Blofeld has been close to the heart of cricket for over fifty years. He has seen the game grow into a hugely international sport, where franchises continue to have massive influence and more and more games are added to the world calendar. It wasn’t always this way and in Tranquillity and Tumult, Blowers reflects on how cricket used to be and where it is headed. He explores the big shifts, innovations and challenges facing the game today, while looking back at his life and career recounting his cherished memories of his beloved sport. With his signature wit and insight, he compared the cricketing landscape of today with the cherished memories of yesteryear.

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**The new book by legendary cricket broadcaster, taking readers on a nostalgic journey through cricket**

The world in which I began my life in cricket could hardly be further away from the world of cricket today.
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Henry Blofeld has entertained countless fans around the world with his wit and charm. In his trademark way, Blowers reminisces on a lifetime of being immersed in the sport he loves.

Taking readers on a nostalgic journey through his illustrious career, sharing delightful stories about the timeless traditions and remarkable characters that have shaped the game. Filled with stories and marvellous anecdotes, from his own life, Henry reflects warmly on a different era which was full of great fun and adventure. Looking back at the great characters that brought the sport to life, Sharing My Love of Cricket is a nostalgic and heart-warming reminder of the appeal of summers gone by.

With the same wit and wisdom that has endeared him to fans worldwide, he turns his keen eye to the future of the sport. With the rise of the short-format game, the unrelenting rise of franchises, and the inevitable influx of money, Henry shares his thoughts on what the future holds and what comes next. Can cricket maintain its historic charm while embracing change? And where is the spirit of cricket?

Sharing My Love of Cricket is a love letter to the sport, penned by a man who has lived and breathed the game for decades. It is a reflection on how things were and an analysis of where things are heading. Henry Blofeld’s latest book is a clear reminder of why there is nothing quite like cricket.

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Weight 0.486 kg
Dimensions 23.2 × 16.2 × 3 cm
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Publisher

Imprint

Cover

Hardback

Pages

256

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

796.358092 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K