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Explore the exhilarating world of cricket in the 1980s with 'Pushing the Boundaries: Cricket in the Eighties.' This captivating book dives deep into the remarkable journey of Derek Pringle, a cricket legend who began his journey in the vibrant landscapes of Nairobi. Pringle’s inspiring story details his rise as a prodigious talent, from playing on matting pitches to captaining the prestigious Cambridge team while studying Geography and Land Economy.
Discover the thrilling moments of his cricket career, including his selection for Test cricket in 1982—a significant milestone in English cricket history. Alongside his contributions in 30 Tests and 44 one-day internationals, experience the intensity of competing in two World Cups, including the unforgettable 1992 final.
Not just a cricket memoir, this B-format paperback also chronicles Pringle's successful tenure at Essex, where he helped clinch multiple County Championship titles and built lasting friendships over a passionate 15-year career before retiring in 1993. The narrative further extends into his transition from the pitch to the press box, detailing his impactful journalism for the Independent and Daily Telegraph, where he kept fans engaged until 2014.
Richly illustrated and full of nostalgia, 'Pushing the Boundaries' is an essential read for cricket enthusiasts and those who cherish sporting history. Celebrate the legacy of a bygone era and enhance your cricket library with this brand new edition, published in 2019 by Hodder & Stoughton, featuring 416 pages of vibrant storytelling.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781473674950
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Pages: 416
Description:
Derek Pringle was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, where he first learnt to play cricket on matting pitches. He attended St Mary's School, Nairobi, then Felsted School in Essex, before reading Geography and Land Economy at Cambridge, where he captained the university at cricket and won three blues.
While still an undergraduate he was selected to play Test cricket for England in 1982, a feat achieved previously by Ted Dexter, 24 years earlier. He also appeared, briefly, in the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire, as Cambridge's vice-captain of athletics.
He played 30 Tests and 44 one-day internationals for England, appearing in two World Cups, one as a losing finalist in 1992. His cricket career at Essex, which spanned 15 years, included five County Championship titles, three John Player League titles, a NatWest Trophy and countless friendships. He retired from the game in 1993.
A second career, as a journalist, saw him appointed cricket correspondent for the Independent, then the Daily Telegraph, a role he fulfilled until 2014. He now works as a freelance writer.
His hobbies include photography and collecting vinyl records, of which he has several thousand - the latter perhaps explaining why he has never married. He has a son whose musical tastes he is trying to shape.
He lives in Cambridge.
Discover the thrilling moments of his cricket career, including his selection for Test cricket in 1982—a significant milestone in English cricket history. Alongside his contributions in 30 Tests and 44 one-day internationals, experience the intensity of competing in two World Cups, including the unforgettable 1992 final.
Not just a cricket memoir, this B-format paperback also chronicles Pringle's successful tenure at Essex, where he helped clinch multiple County Championship titles and built lasting friendships over a passionate 15-year career before retiring in 1993. The narrative further extends into his transition from the pitch to the press box, detailing his impactful journalism for the Independent and Daily Telegraph, where he kept fans engaged until 2014.
Richly illustrated and full of nostalgia, 'Pushing the Boundaries' is an essential read for cricket enthusiasts and those who cherish sporting history. Celebrate the legacy of a bygone era and enhance your cricket library with this brand new edition, published in 2019 by Hodder & Stoughton, featuring 416 pages of vibrant storytelling.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781473674950
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Pages: 416
Description:
Derek Pringle was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, where he first learnt to play cricket on matting pitches. He attended St Mary's School, Nairobi, then Felsted School in Essex, before reading Geography and Land Economy at Cambridge, where he captained the university at cricket and won three blues.
While still an undergraduate he was selected to play Test cricket for England in 1982, a feat achieved previously by Ted Dexter, 24 years earlier. He also appeared, briefly, in the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire, as Cambridge's vice-captain of athletics.
He played 30 Tests and 44 one-day internationals for England, appearing in two World Cups, one as a losing finalist in 1992. His cricket career at Essex, which spanned 15 years, included five County Championship titles, three John Player League titles, a NatWest Trophy and countless friendships. He retired from the game in 1993.
A second career, as a journalist, saw him appointed cricket correspondent for the Independent, then the Daily Telegraph, a role he fulfilled until 2014. He now works as a freelance writer.
His hobbies include photography and collecting vinyl records, of which he has several thousand - the latter perhaps explaining why he has never married. He has a son whose musical tastes he is trying to shape.
He lives in Cambridge.