10 for 66 and All That by Arthur Mailey

10 for 66 and All That by Arthur Mailey is an entertaining and historically significant cricket autobiography written and illustrated by one of Australia’s most colourful cricketers. This 1959 Sportsmans Book Club edition offers a fascinating combination of sporting reminiscences, humour and original cartoons, capturing the personalities and traditions of cricket during the early twentieth century.

Arthur Mailey was a celebrated Australian leg-spin bowler who represented his country in Test cricket during the 1920s. Renowned for his exceptional spin bowling, lively personality and artistic talents, Mailey became equally well known for his amusing caricatures of fellow cricketers and his entertaining observations on the game.

Throughout this engaging autobiography, Mailey recalls his experiences as a professional cricketer, encounters with legendary players and memorable moments from his cricketing career. 10 for 66 and All That is complemented by delightful illustrations drawn by the author, giving readers an unusually personal and entertaining perspective on the history of Australian and international cricket.

An appealing addition to collections of vintage cricket books, Australian cricket history, sporting autobiographies and illustrated cricket literature, 10 for 66 and All That remains an enjoyable account of cricket’s personalities and traditions.

Condition – Fair

Hardcover bound in burgundy cloth with gilt-stamped lettering to the spine. No dust jacket. Tape stains on inner covers and endpapers. Irregular loss to the lower fore-edge corner of the rear board, resembling chew damage, with underlying board exposed. Some foxing present.