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John Lillywhite's Cricketers' Companion for 1865
Limited Edition - 100 copies only - this is copy #12 (published in 2007 as an exact facsimile of the 1865 book.
Hardcover - excellent condition.
John Lillywhite's Cricketers' Companion for 1865 is part of the influential annual series that documented the state of cricket during the mid-Victorian era, serving both as a record and a guide for enthusiasts of the game. The 1865 edition includes match reports, player statistics, and commentary on the season’s notable performances, while also preserving details of rules, records, and cricketing anecdotes. Edited and published by John Lillywhite, a key figure in cricket’s development, the volume reflects the growing professionalism of the sport and its rising popularity across England. Today, it stands as a valuable historical source for understanding cricket’s evolution in the 19th century.
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