Stumped

One Cricket Umpire, Two Countries. A Memoir.

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Richard Harrison

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Sixteen Seasons in the Sun - Mostly This heart-warming tale will transport you from the tranquil environs of English village cricket to the hallowed turf of the MCG. Richard Harrison is a cricket-mad Australian (living in Kent), where he embarks on a career as an umpire, and a subsequent journey of self-discovery. After six years occupying the best seat in the house (at the most beautiful cricket grounds in England), he returns to Victoria, where he is captivated by the skill and talent of some of the best female cricketers in the world. Entertaining and funny throughout, Stumped presents a heartfelt tribute to an ancient and fascinating pastime. Once you pick it up, this is a book you won't want to put down. If you enjoyed the uplifting sports drama of Bend It Like Beckham and the tremendous success of the Australian Women's Cricket Team, you will love this unique and inspiring memoir. Buy your copy of Stumped now and get off the mark today.

Author Biography:

Richard Harrison is an Australian author who lives in Hastings on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. He lived in England for ten years and after moving from London to Sevenoaks in Kent, he launched a cricket umpiring career, while also playing a handful of 'Sunday Friendlies' with Shipbourne C.C. - a local village team. He returned to Australia in 2011, where he continues to umpire some of the world's best best female cricketers, in Victoria's Premier Cricket competition, when not walking barefoot on Balnarring Beach and cheering on the Mighty Magpies in the AFL. His web site is www.richardharrison.com.au and he can be found on Facebook and Instagram as Richard Harrison Books.

Release date Australia

May 27th, 2020

Author

Richard Harrison

Pages

214

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Dimensions

127x203x11

ISBN-13

9780648524847

Product ID

33559539

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