Bradman vs Bodyline: The inside story of the most notorious Ashes series in hist

Description: Bradman vs Bodyline by Roland Perry Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The definitive story of the most controversial chapter in the history of Australian and English cricket, the notorious Bodyline series, by Roland Perry, author of Sir Donald Bradmans authorised biography, The Don. Publisher Description Roland Perry is gloriously readable, always thoughtful. Wisden The 1932-33 Ashes was the most notorious and polarising series in the history of cricket.The events of that turbulent summer centred around Don Bradman, the greatest batsman ever to play the game. With him in their side, Australia appeared unbeatable. And yet England alleged they had found the one shortcoming in Bradmans extraordinary technique. Their ruthless attempts to exploit that real or imagined vulnerability created an international crisis that threatened the very fabric of the Empire.Using new material and his previous unparalleled access to Sir Donald Bradman, Roland Perry has written the definitive account of Bradman and the Bodyline series. Compelling, extensively researched and full of new insights, Bradman vs Bodyline takes us behind the scenes as first Arthur Carr then Douglas Jardine planned a fast leg theory attack designed to potentially injure Australias unstoppable batsman, and the rest of the team, to allow England to retake the Ashes.From Bodylines genesis in English county cricket to the key protagonists of Jardine, Harold Larwood and Bradman himself, Roland Perry has written the complete and captivating story of a sporting outrage that came closer to destroying the relationship between Australia and England than anything before or since.Praise for The Don, Roland Perrys bestselling biography of Sir Donald BradmanThe Don is a sterling biography . . . it gives a riveting account of many of Bradmans innings, and one can almost feel the excitement that gripped cricket fans when he strode out to bat. Herald SunA riveting and engrossing account of the life and times of crickets mega hero . . . Bradmanlike in research and presentation. Australian Cricket Magazine Author Biography Roland Perry is the bestselling author of The Don, The Changi Brownlow, Bill the Bastard, Horrie the War Dog and Red Lead among many others. Details ISBN 1761068164 ISBN-13 9781761068164 Title Bradman vs Bodyline Author Roland Perry Format Paperback Year 2022 Pages 368 Publisher Allen & Unwin GE_Item_ID:136345337; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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