Peel, Mark
Yorkshire Grit: The Life of Ray Illingworth
- ISBN 13:
- 9781801504522
- author:
- Peel, Mark
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pitch Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres (0.53 kg
- Genre:
- Biography, Sports, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Ray Illingworth: A Dominant Personality in English Cricket Ray Illingworth was a figure of great importance in English cricket, known for his all-round ability and tactical acumen. He played a key role in the success of Yorkshire and Leicestershire, and later became one of England's finest captains. Illingworth's approach to the game was often contentious, leading to clashes with his teammates and opponents alike. This biography, written by Mark Peel, reappraises Illingworth's complex personality and the controversies that surrounded him. With a wealth of insight and knowledge, Peel sheds new light on a dominant figure who never shied away from controversy. A fascinating account of Illingworth's life and career, this book offers a fresh perspective on a remarkable cricketer.
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