Cricket by Horace G. Hutchinson
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About this eBook
| Editor | Hutchinson, Horace G. (Horace Gordon), 1859-1932 |
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| LoC No. | 03031874 |
| Title | Cricket |
| Series Title | Country Life Library of Sport |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Giovanni Fini, MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "Cricket" by Horace G. Hutchinson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich history and evolution of cricket, covering various aspects of the sport from its origins to the development of techniques and the changes in rules over the years. It delves into the game’s context in England's culture, offering insights into famous players and matches, as well as significant changes in playing strategies. The beginning of the work sets the stage with a preface that highlights the unique collection of illustrations featuring the game of cricket through different eras. It notes that the recent developments have allowed for a broader appreciation of cricket as not just a sport but a significant cultural phenomenon. Additionally, the opening chapter discusses the historical development of cricket, tracing its evolution from primitive beginnings to the formalized game recognizable today. Hutchinson reflects on the origins of the game's rules and equipment, mentioning how batting and bowling techniques have significantly changed over time as a response to each other, providing an engaging framework for understanding cricket's legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Cricket |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50373 |
| Release Date | Nov 3, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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