Peel, Mark
Cricketing Caesar: A Biography of Mike Brearley
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785316623
- author:
- Peel, Mark
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pitch Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 16 centimetres (0.59 kg)
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Cricket, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Cricketing Caesar: A Biography of Mike Brearley Mike Brearley was one of England's greatest cricket captains, leading his team to three Ashes victories. Yet his rise to the top was far from inevitable. After a spell out of the game, he returned to captain Middlesex, where his innovative approach initially met resistance. This biography, written by award-winning cricket writer Mark Peel, reveals how Brearley overcame criticism and went on to achieve great success as a leader. Drawing on interviews with friends and team-mates, Peel explores the many facets of this complex man, shedding light on what made him such an effective captain. Away from cricket, Brearley's interests and intellect played a significant role in his life. This biography provides a comprehensive look at his life and career, offering insights into the qualities that contributed to his phenomenal success as a leader.
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