From Darkness into Light : The War Heroes Who Helped Save Cricket from Oblivion

From Darkness into Light : The War Heroes Who Helped Save Cricket from Oblivion

(Author) John Broom
Format: Hardcover
Price: £25.00
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From Darkness into Light tells the fascinating story of how a handful of intrepid cricketing soldiers helped save the game from oblivion. The Australian Imperial Forces cricket tour of 1919 helped to resurrect not only the English domestic game but Test cricket itself. The book fills an important gap in cricketing historiography.

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Publisher:
Pitch Publishing
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
None
ISBN:
9781801504423
Publish year:
2023
Publish date:
May 22, 2023

John Broom

John Broom was a renowned British poet known for his seminal work "The Ballad of the White Horse," a powerful epic poem that celebrates the valor and faith of King Alfred the Great. His poetic style is characterized by vivid imagery, rhythmic language, and a deep exploration of Christian themes. Broom's contributions to literature include his timeless portrayal of heroism and spiritual resilience.

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