Description
A first edition, first printing of Cricket by W. G. Grace, published by J. W. Arrowsmith, London in 1891, illustrated throughout. A very good copy free from internal inscriptions, boards bound in publishers original black cloth with gilt titling to the spine and front board, with bumping to the spine tips and to edges of front panel and corners, boards with light shelf wear, the text block with some browning. Inscription to the front free endpaper. Blind stamp present. Internally a little shaken with prelims a little loose.
Cricket by W. G. Grace, published in 1891, is a classic book by one of the sport’s greatest figures. Grace, often considered the father of modern cricket, shares his insights and experiences from his illustrious career. The book covers technical aspects of the game, including batting, bowling and fielding, alongside anecdotes and reflections on the evolution of cricket in the late 19th century. It’s a valuable historical account, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of a legendary cricketer.
