A Great Game (1914)
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ISBN10: 1437454747
ISBN13: 9781437454741
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Jan 13 2009
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.50
Height: 0.35 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781437454741
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Jan 13 2009
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.50
Height: 0.35 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Great Game is a historical fiction novel written by Charles Platt Brown and published in 1914. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the game of cricket. It follows the life of a young man named Jack Meredith who dreams of becoming a great cricketer. Jack is the son of a wealthy businessman who disapproves of his son's love for cricket and wants him to follow in his footsteps and take over the family business. However, Jack is determined to pursue his passion and leaves home to join a cricket club in London. The novel explores the challenges that Jack faces in his quest to become a successful cricketer. He has to overcome various obstacles such as financial difficulties, competition from other players, and the disapproval of his family. The story also delves into the social and cultural aspects of cricket during that time period. It highlights the class divide that existed in society and how cricket was seen as a sport for the wealthy and privileged. As Jack progresses in his cricketing career, he meets various characters who have a significant impact on his life. These include his coach, fellow players, and a young woman named Alice who he falls in love with. A Great Game is a well-written and engaging novel that provides a fascinating insight into the world of cricket and the social dynamics of 19th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in cricket or historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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