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Ashes Frontline: The Ashes War Diaries of Justin Langer and Steve Harmison: The Ashes War Diaries of Steve Harmison and Justin Langer (Autobiography/Personalities)
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Product Description
Ashes Frontline is a unique and truly remarkable insight into the Ashes 2006/07 tour told by two of the world's leading sportsmen as they faced each other in a contest which turned into an Australian whitewash! Following both players and their teams from the first day in Brisbane to 'Stumps' in Sydney, this daily journal records the diary accounts of Justin Langer and Steve Harmison as they experience the immense pressure, demands and rewards, both on and off the field of play. Illustrated with fabulous pictures, incorporating moments both public and private, this book acts as a visual souvenir of the tour as well as an opportunity to see what lies behind it.The Ashes contest turned out to be very one-sided and this book will tell of the players' innermost thoughts throughout the event, looking at the highs the lows and ending with victory for Australia and defeat for England.This Ashes contest will be a turning point for both sides with many Australian players retiring after the event and England having to make some significant changes for the future.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #571660 in Books
- Published on: 2007-03-26
- Original language: English
- Binding: Paperback
- 160 pages
Customer Reviews
An enjoyable read (even for a Pommie whinger like myself)
As well as both co-author's Ashes diaries, this book contains a detailed, impartial overview of each day of each Ashes match, along with accompanying previews and epilogues. The text is accompanied by some impressive photography that really aids in setting the scene for the historic series.
In terms of the authors themselves, Langer's passages are honest (he even admits to embarassment at the scale of his post-victory celebrations and an accompanying apology to opposing captain Andrew Flintoff) and reveal much about his decision to retire at the end of the series. Harmison's passages are very illuminating, showing perhaps what he would be less willing to confess in an interview scenario, most tellingly his empathy with Marcus Trescothick's difficulties on tour.
It isn't the most in-depth analysis, but it gives a balanced view, an insight into both dressing rooms, and some stunning visual accompaniment to aid the imagination of each and every reader.
