The Complete History Of Australian Cricket 1803-1990
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Jack Pollard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus & Robertson, 1990
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slipcase: Good
This comprehensive set chronicles the rich and storied past of Australian cricket. It meticulously details the sport's evolution from its nascent beginnings in 1803 through to the pivotal year of 1989, encompassing key matches, legendary players, and significant administrative developments. The narrative presents a vivid tapestry of triumphs and challenges, offering an authoritative account of the game's cultural impact and its enduring legacy within the nation. Jack Pollard, a respected authority on the subject, illustrates the passion and dedication that shaped Australian cricket into a global powerhouse. Volume 1 is The Formative Years 1803–1893, detailing the sport’s early development; Volume 2 is The Turbulent Years 1893–1917, covering the rise of intercolonial rivalries and early international contests; Volume 3 is The Bradman Years 1918–1948, focusing on the golden era dominated by Sir Donald Bradman; Volume 4 is From Bradman to Border 1948–1989, exploring the commercial transformation of the game and the impact of World Series Cricket; and Volume 5 is 1850–1990 Highest, Most and Best.
Author: Jack Pollard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus & Robertson, 1990
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slipcase: Good
This comprehensive set chronicles the rich and storied past of Australian cricket. It meticulously details the sport's evolution from its nascent beginnings in 1803 through to the pivotal year of 1989, encompassing key matches, legendary players, and significant administrative developments. The narrative presents a vivid tapestry of triumphs and challenges, offering an authoritative account of the game's cultural impact and its enduring legacy within the nation. Jack Pollard, a respected authority on the subject, illustrates the passion and dedication that shaped Australian cricket into a global powerhouse. Volume 1 is The Formative Years 1803–1893, detailing the sport’s early development; Volume 2 is The Turbulent Years 1893–1917, covering the rise of intercolonial rivalries and early international contests; Volume 3 is The Bradman Years 1918–1948, focusing on the golden era dominated by Sir Donald Bradman; Volume 4 is From Bradman to Border 1948–1989, exploring the commercial transformation of the game and the impact of World Series Cricket; and Volume 5 is 1850–1990 Highest, Most and Best.