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Kevin Pietersen
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3 May 2007 0091912067 978-0091912062 Reprint

Described by the media as 'the David Beckham of cricket', Kevin has become the poster boy for English cricket. But he is also in possession of a prodigious talent - fearless, bold and with unflappable nerves. His unique batting style has produced hundreds of runs and many outstanding innings, culminating in his extraordinary triumph at the 2005 Ashes. Yet with the highs, come the lows, and he gives his version of events during the 2006/07 Ashes when England were defeated by Australia.

Crossing the Boundary recounts Kevin's remarkable journey so far - from growing up in his native South Africa and the opposition he faced from the national cricket board; his move to England and burgeoning career at Hampshire to winning a place on the England team. It provides a rare insight into the mind of an international cricketer, on and off the pitch. Reflecting his youthful charisma and his bullish confidence, this is a sporting memoir like no other.

Full of personal anecdotes and insight from numerous sporting legends such as Shane Warne, Ian Botham, and Nasser Hussain, this is the riveting story of one of the most significant cricketers of our time.


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  • Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Ebury Press; Reprint edition (3 May 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0091912067
  • ISBN-13: 978-0091912062
  • Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 2.4 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 447,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"Pietersen is a belligerent individual. He is cocky and confident; there is a touch of arrogance about him. I love it" (Geoffrey Boycott )

"The man has so much belief and so much quality ... Pietersen is a match-winner ... The man is a champion and was there when he was most needed" (Nasser Hussain )

"He has got a little bit of genius in him because he can play an extraordinary innings. He has a positive attitude and lots of steel" (Michael Vaughan )

"A grateful nation woke up this morning with the unshakeable conviction that Kevin Pietersen was wonderful" (Martin Johnson Daily Telegraph )

"His pugnacious brand of Test cricket will be with us for years to come" (Independent )

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Maverick cricketer Kevin Pietersen's journey from idyllic South African childhood to the highs of his historical 2005 Ashes innings and the lows of England's recent defeat

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A TRULY GREAT READ 27 Jun 2012
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I BOUGHT THIS BOOK THROUGH AMAZON AND APART FROM SOME VERY GOOD SPORTING HIGHLIGHTS(A LOT OF THEM I REMEMBER) THERE WAS A LOT OF DARK DAYS FOR PETERSON IN THE EARLY STAGES OF HIS CAREER AND I MUST SAY WHAT A TRULY BRAVE DECISION HE MADE COMING TO ENGLAND TO SHAPE HIS CAREER.BEFORE READING KEVINS BOOK I DID NOT KNOW WHAT HE HAD TO CONTEND WITH IN HIS EARLY YEARS BUT THE BOOK DOES GIVE YOU AN INSIGHT INTO THE MAN KEVIN PETERSON APART FROM THE SPORTING HERO THAT MOST OF US KNOW AND THE MAJORITY I AM SURE APPRECIATE. THE TITLE OF THE BOOK IS VERY APT BECAUSE KEVIN HAD A LOT OF BOUNDARIES TO CROSS AND I DO NOT MEAN WHEN HE WALKED ON TO A CRICKET FIELD.I STARTED READING THIS BOOK ON A FLIGHT TO TENARIFE AND READ FOR MOST OF THE JOURNEY AND THEN FINISHED THE BOOK OFF IN THE FIRST DAYS OF MY HOLIDAY. THE BOOK GRIPPED ME FROM THE START AND HELD MY INTERTEST THROUGHOUT . A TRULY GREAT READ.
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7 of 11 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating insight into amazing character 15 Jan 2007
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I am writing this as KP enters the dark night of the soul. 5-0 whitewash and a broken rib from gentle pace Glenn McGrath. World cup prospects threatened.

Yet this book shows that one thing Kevin Pietersen is not bothered about is adversity. He will be back.

The book obviously stops before this Winter's Ashes debacle, but the character of the man is all there. His fiercely competitive, sporting childhood; his fastidious approach; his unnerving determination and confidence and his hard loyalty to friends.

KP is far more interesting than the flambouyant hairstyle and extravagant jewellery. He is a sporting obsessive. He clearly sees his own destiny and is utterly, utterly committed to achieving it.

This book charts the nature of this drive. When the quota system designed to re-integrate South African cricket meant that the young KP, then a promising off-spinner who batted, was dropped by Natal, he showed no hesitation. He pursued a career in England, using the fact of his mother's English birth to secure a non-overseas player berth at Notts.

He was a run machine, easily topping the county averages and working well with Clive Rice, the SA legend who was coach of the team.

But KP bears grudges and takes sides.

On no less then three occassions in this book, he derides little known coaches who failed to nurture his talent, or hindered him, and laughs at the fact that they claim him as 'one of theirs.' He also still takes exception at the fact that he felt short changed during his barman stint while at an English club team! The guy must have millions by now, but still, you cross KP, you stay on the black-list.
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2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good indeed 2 Jan 2009
Format:Hardcover
I'm not usually an advocate of such young people writing autobiographys, but it only takes a flick through this book to see that KP has many stories to tell from what has already been an eventful life. Indeed, Shane Warne acknowledges in his foreword that Kevin's story has "already been a complex and interesting one". The book takes us strait into the heat of battle, talking us through the unforgettable innings that won England the Ashes in 2005, before giving us an insight into Kevin's life and development as a cricketer. It comes through clearly that he classes himself as an Englishman, that he is absolutely commited to, and loves playing for, England. His fantastic self confidence also comes through, this is a man who has an amazing talent and knows it. We can be proud to call him our english captain, he has a good head on his shoulders, as reading this book will prove.
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1 of 7 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Stick to cricket 27 July 2007
Format:Paperback
Modern sportsmen are getting into a bad habit of writing books far too early in their careers. This is a totally unnecessary effort from KP. From the corny cover photo to his self-protestations of intensity it makes for a poor read and lacks insight. At present he just needs to let his runs do the talking.

Pietersen would be a lot more readable if he showed a bit more self awareness. His ill-informed views on the South Africa quota system make him sound ridiculously naive and lack any credibility. It is easy to see why his media quotes have regularly made him appear more obtuse than he really is.

My advice is stick to batting old son and keep that trap shut.
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