James, Cyril Lionel Robert
Beyond A Boundary
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784875398
- author:
- James, Cyril Lionel Robert
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Cricket, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Beyond a Boundary is a seminal work that redefines the boundaries of sports writing. First published in 1963, this book has been hailed for its profound insight into West Indian culture and its searing examination of the colonial condition. Written by C L R James, a renowned thinker of the 20th century, the book is a deeply personal and passionate exploration of the game of cricket. Through his experiences as a player, watcher, and writer, James recounts the story of his lifelong passion for cricket, revealing the psychology and aesthetics of the game, as well as the complex issues of class, race, and politics that surround it. This book is both a memoir of a West Indian boyhood and a passionate celebration of cricket as an art form, making it a unique and thought-provoking read. By exploring the game of cricket, James raises fundamental questions about culture and identity, inviting readers to consider what it means to truly understand a sport. With its enduring relevance and timeless themes, Beyond a Boundary remains a powerful and thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with readers today.
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