Young, Greg
From Lilliput to Lord's
- ISBN 13:
- 9781781326282
- author:
- Young, Greg
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Silverwood Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 162
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.3 x 0.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Cricket, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The 1950s saw a significant shift in West Indies cricket as the team announced its arrival as a dominant force. England was beaten for the first time on home soil, marking a new era in Test cricket. At the heart of this change were three remarkable cricketers from Barbados: Sir Everton Weekes, Sir Frank Worrell, and Sir Clyde Walcott. Born within walking distance of each other, they made their Test debuts just weeks apart and went on to play together for over nine years. Their contributions had a lasting impact on the sport. This book explores the historical significance of cricket in Barbados' culture and examines the factors that led to the island's influence on West Indies cricket.