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C.B.Fry: King of Sport
Author(s): Iain Wilton (Author)
- Publisher: Metro Books, London
- Publication Date: 30 April 2002
- Edition: New
- Language: English
- Print length: 512 pages
- ISBN-10: 1843580306
- ISBN-13: 9781843580300
Book Description
C.B. Fry was Captain of England at cricket, played football for England and became the joint-holder of the world long-jump record. But he was also an Oxford scholar and a writer, and he tried out for Hollywood, represented India at the League of Nations, and stood for Parliament three times.
Editorial Reviews
Review
‘A most incredible man… the most variously gifted Englishman of any age… the pre-eminent all-rounder, not merely of his own age but, so far as is measurable, of all English history.’ John Arlott ‘This is a book that rises to its subject’s level in fascination, entertainment and brilliance.’ – Tim Rice, Literary Review ‘He has written what should come to be regarded as one of the very best sporting biographies. I could not put it down.’ – Michael Kennedy, Sunday Telegraph ‘This is a well-researched, well-rounded picture of one of England’s great sporting heroes.’ – Jeremy Paxman, Mail on Sunday”
About the Author
Iain Wilton has worked in politics and for the BBC, writing speeches for, amongst others, Michael Howard, William Waldegrave and Sir John Birt. A lifelong Kent supporter, he is a keen village cricketer, who seldom troubles the scorers. This is his first book.
