The Great Match And Other Matches (1877)

By John Trowbridge and John 1843-1923 Trowbridge

Book Overview

The Great Match And Other Matches is a book written by John Trowbridge and published in 1877. The book is a collection of short stories and essays that revolve around the theme of sports and games. The title story, The Great Match, is a fictional account of a cricket match between two rival teams. The story is filled with suspense and drama as the two teams battle it out on the field. The other stories in the book are also centered around sports and games, ranging from horse racing to billiards. Trowbridge's writing style is engaging and entertaining, and he brings the excitement of each game to life through his vivid descriptions and colorful characters. In addition to the stories, the book also contains several essays on the history and rules of various sports. These essays provide a fascinating look into the world of sports in the late 19th century, and showcase Trowbridge's extensive knowledge and love for the subject. Overall, The Great Match And Other Matches is a delightful read for anyone interested in sports and games, and a must-have for fans of cricket and other classic sports.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167048067
• ISBN13: 9781167048067
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"