Sir Donald Bradman
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
A compelling sports biography, this work chronicles the life and extraordinary career of Sir Donald Bradman, widely regarded as the greatest batsman in the history of cricket. Anthony Davis presents a thorough account of Bradman's rise from humble beginnings in rural Australia to becoming a national icon whose statistical dominance at the crease remains unmatched to this day. The narrative details his legendary Test career, including his famous 1930 Ashes tour of England, his tactical brilliance as a captain, and the immense pressure he carried as a symbol of Australian resilience during the Great Depression and World War II. Written with admiration and authority, the biography illustrates how Bradman transcended sport to become a cultural and historical figure of enduring significance. Fans of cricket history and admirers of sporting greatness will find this a richly rewarding portrait of a man whose legacy continues to define the very standard of excellence in the game.
Author: Anthony Davis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1960, Cassell · London
Genre: Biography
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
A compelling sports biography, this work chronicles the life and extraordinary career of Sir Donald Bradman, widely regarded as the greatest batsman in the history of cricket. Anthony Davis presents a thorough account of Bradman's rise from humble beginnings in rural Australia to becoming a national icon whose statistical dominance at the crease remains unmatched to this day. The narrative details his legendary Test career, including his famous 1930 Ashes tour of England, his tactical brilliance as a captain, and the immense pressure he carried as a symbol of Australian resilience during the Great Depression and World War II. Written with admiration and authority, the biography illustrates how Bradman transcended sport to become a cultural and historical figure of enduring significance. Fans of cricket history and admirers of sporting greatness will find this a richly rewarding portrait of a man whose legacy continues to define the very standard of excellence in the game.