The Wisden Dictionary of Cricket
Author(s): Michael Rundell
"The Wisden Dictionary of Cricket" by Michael Rundell is the definitive A-Z glossary of the noble game as it is played around the world. The language of cricket is as complex and fascinating as the game itself; it is made up partly of words unique to the game ('googly') and partly of common English words used in a special way ('square, point and walk'). But this is more than just a dictionary; it also includes features on cricket idioms, cricket in literature and cricketing quotations, as well as a range of illustrations depicting positions and strategy. A fascinating resource that can be used as a reference work or browsed for pleasure, this book will appeal to both cricket buffs and those who are new to the game.
Product Information
We've got the features that no-one else has - not a dry, dull dictionary, but an illustrated, wide-ranging reference guide covering every aspect of the gameFeatures regional terms from all over the cricket-playing world - from India and Australia to Corfu and the Caribbean - and slang terms from the 18th century to the latest WisdenCovers controversies throughout the ages, from over-arm bowling in the 19th century and Bodyline in the 20th to ball-tampering in the comtemporary game Would make a great gift for any friends or family who love cricket - or treat yourself!
"A joy you will not find a better treatment of cricket's fascinating language than in this dictionary." The Wisden Cricketer (January 2007)
An editor of dictionaries since 1980, Michael Rundell is a consultant on the Bloomsbury Dictionary series and Editor in Chief of the Macmillan Essential Dictionary. He is a keen follower of cricket, although not a keen player!
General Fields
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- : Black
- : Black
- : 0.24
- : 30 October 2006
- : 198mm X 129mm X 13mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : Michael Rundell
- : Paperback
- : 3rd Revised edition
- : 796.35803
- : 224
- : Yes
