Boycott The Autobiography
Boycott The Autobiography by Geoff Boycott, published by Macmillan London in 1987, offers an in-depth look at the life of one of cricket’s most notable figures. This first edition spans 287 pages and is presented in English. The book chronicles Boycott’s extensive career, detailing his experiences as captain of Yorkshire and England, his relationships with teammates, and the challenges he faced throughout his time in the sport.
Readers will find a candid exploration of Boycott’s love-hate relationship with Yorkshire cricket, his significant contributions to England’s cricketing successes, and his decision to step away from Test cricket for three years in the mid-1970s. The narrative includes insights into his partnerships with prominent players like Denness, Brearley, and Botham, while also addressing the controversies that surrounded his career. This autobiography provides a comprehensive perspective on Boycott’s journey in the world of sports, making it a notable addition to the genres of biography and sports literature.
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‘Misguided, mishandled, criticised and crucified – and only because he’s different, ‘ said Brian Clough. ‘The ultimate perfectionist … he comes nearer to faultlessness than anyone else, ‘ said John Arlott. Captain of Yorkshire and England, yet discarded by both when still at his peak, Boycott was at the top for over twenty years. Here he tells his own story.
He talks of his love-hate relationship with Yorkshire cricket, his many triumphs for England and his key partnerships with team-mates like Denness, Brearley and Botham. And he speaks for the first time about why he chose to opt out of Test cricket for three years in the mid-1970s.
Many felt that Boycott was the greatest batsman of his time, and that, despite his achievements, he was unfairly treated. Known by a new generation as a pull-no-punches commentator, this is the story of one of our greatest, and most controversial, sporting heroes.
Terry Brindle, then of the Yorkshire Post, was Boycott’s ‘ghost’. Brindle now lives in Autralia.
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