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Leo McKinstry (Author)
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Publication Date: 3 May 2012

The astonishing feats of Sir Jack Hobbs continue to resonate more than a century after he first played Test cricket. During his long career that stretched from the age of W.G. Grace to the era of Don Bradman, he scored more first-class runs and centuries than any player. Even today, he remains England's greatest run maker in Ashes Tests. He changed the art of batting with his elegant style, and transformed the status of professional cricketers through the strength of his personality.

Born into poverty, Hobbs rose to have a central role in some of Test cricket's most explosive series, but not without controversy and dispute. At last here is a comprehensive biography of Hobbs, giving us fresh insights into every aspect of his story.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2012 CRICKET BOOK OF THE YEAR.

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  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Yellow Jersey (3 May 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0224083309
  • ISBN-13: 978-0224083300
  • Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 2.6 x 19.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 162,009 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"Leo McKinstry has written an intelligent, straightforward account of Hobbs, both as man and as cricketer" (Robert Cheshire Literary Review )

"This learned and wide-ranging book skilfully recreates a vanished world and resuscitates the reputation of one who might well be England's greatest cricketer" (Marcus Berkman Daily Mail )

"McKinstry captures the spirit of this thoroughly decent man, and also the spirit of the age where he dominated" (Michael Henderson Spectator )

"Magnificent... A tender and intriguing picture of the man" (Michael Simkins Mail on Sunday )

"It makes for excellent social history... McKinstry does an excellent job, recounting Hobb's exploits with impressive thoroughness" (Simon Wilde Sunday Times )

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The first comprehensive biography of the biggest run scorer that cricket has ever known.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Portrait of a Cricketing Genius 27 Jun 2011
By J. HOLMES
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this biography of Jack Hobbs, who is quite possibly the greatest ever English batsman. The book, however, is not just a biography, but also a social history of the life and times of the subject, when professional cricketers were looked down upon by the amateurs who controlled the game. Hobbs was one of those who helped to change that, although not through being militant, but purely through the artistry and success of his cricket (he was also an outstanding fielder and useful bowler), and his popularity, both at home and in Australia..

Although the book covers Hobbs prodigious run scoring in some detail, it does not resort to lots of boring statistics to do so. Indeed, it also covers his personal and family life, as well as one or two controversial incidents that took place!

Very highly recommended, and a fine tribute to a wonderful cricketer, and a gentleman.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Master 26 Jun 2011
By B. Rendell
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I have known Jack Hobbs since I was given my very first Book of British Heroes. As a cricket lover (playing and spectator) and an avid reader, there was a gap in my cricket education namely Sir Jack Hobbs (The Master). This book must have been difficult to write as most of those who actually played with or knew Hobbs during his playing days are no longer with us. The author tries very hard to cover all aspects of the life of Hobbs and actually succeeds although at times, the dialogue is a little mundane.
I venture to suggest that if Hobbs had been playing now, he would have incurred the wrath of the selectors and quite probably have found himself not being selected for England.
Read the book and learn about this fascinating cricketer whose love of life comes over so very well and enjoy. I most certainly did.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A book on the life of one of the Greatest Batsmen Surrey and England have ever produced. 11 Sep 2011
By The Harper
Format:Hardcover
This book gave me a very good insight into one of cricket history's greatest ever players. Having heard about his run records, walked through the Hobbs Gates and seen cricket played on Parkers Piece Cambridge, it was fascinating to put detail to the legend. It gives you an understanding of how cricket was played when the old attitudes of Players and Gentlemen, Professionals and Amateurs were at their height. This book is insightful without being heavy and will serve any cricket fan well. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Masterful
The author has captured the very essence of a cricketer who, it could be argued, was the outstanding sportsman of the twentieth century. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. K. Rance
5.0 out of 5 stars I brilliant piece of research. The depth of knowledge is extraordinary
This lovingly crafted tribute to The Master is a meticulously researched piece of work that makes you believe McKinstry was transported to another age and had actually taken... Read more
Published 4 months ago by John Rawling
5.0 out of 5 stars Readable and informative
As he did with his biography of Boycott, McKinstry gets into the nitty gritty of what made the man, while describing Hobb's feats with great detail.
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This is a complete and exceptionally well researched biography, adding considerably to my knowledge of Hobbs - arguably one of the finest batsmen in cricket history. Read more
Published 6 months ago by R. Benson
5.0 out of 5 stars Jack Hobbs
Bought for my husband as a present - he is not a fast reader but this one only took him 2 weeks to read!!!!!!!!!!!! He informs me that it was excellent!
Published 10 months ago by J. Hart
3.0 out of 5 stars Jack Hobbs.
Received a lot of Good reviews, I found it rather Laborious and strung out with repetitive occurrences popping up. Took me some weeks to get through it, rather hard work. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Michael
5.0 out of 5 stars Hubby's well chuffed!
Bought this book for my hubby for his birthday,worth it to see him chuffed like a kid. Lol fast delivery aswell
Published 19 months ago by MazzaConna
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This book is a very high standard. It not only gives an insight into one of the greatest cricketers, it also tells of how Cambridge and London were for working class people at the... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Jack Hobbs by Leo Mckinstry
Well research and easy to read, tho perhaps trying too hard to find any "dirt" on the subject. Otherwise very fair and I think accurate view of the subject
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