The Rattle of the Stumps by W.A. Oldfield
1954. First Edition. 160 pages. Illustrated dust jacket over green cloth with gilt. Contains black and white photographic plates. Forward by Sir Jack Hobbs. Binding remains firm. Pages remain bright and clear with minimal tanning and foxing, heavier to text block edges and paste-downs. Previous owner's inscription to front free end-paper. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is bright and clear. Clipped jacket has light edge-wear with tears and creasing.