by Warwick W. Armstrong (Author)
"The Art of Cricket" is a comprehensive guide to the game of cricket, with chapters on every aspect from how to hold a bat to advanced tactics and strategy. This vintage book contains a wealth of timeless information, making it ideal for modern readers with an interest in learning the game. Contents include: "Batting", "The Best Balls Only", "Correct Stroke", "Hitting", "The Cut", "Running", "General Batting Hints", "Bowling", "General Remarks", "The Body's Part", "A Caution", "Left-Handers", "Length the Ideal", "Further Cautions", "Fielding", "Wicket Keeping", "Captaincy", "The Australian Team of 1921", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on cricket.