David Sheppard Batting for the Poor : The Authorized Biography of the Celebrated Cricketer and Bishop

From his time as Captain of England's cricket team to his pioneering work as Bishop of Liverpool, David Sheppard led a remarkable life. Now his story is told in full for the first time in this fascinating and insightful biography.Batting for the Poor draws on the papers left by Sheppard in the Liverpool Central Library as well as other archival material and more than 150 interviews conducted by Andrew Bradstock, all brought together to create a picture of a diligent and passionate man who helped break down divisions and turn Liverpool's fortunes around. Batting for the Poor is a vivid, entertaining biography that will be enjoyed by cricket fans, those interested in twentieth century history or the history of Liverpool and those interested in man that inspired so many as the Bishop of Liverpool. You will discover the story of an exceptional leader, and learn about the history of some of the divisions and struggles in the second half of the twentieth century that still impact society and culture in England today.

ISBN:	9780281081035
Publisher:	SPCK
Imprint:	Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge
Published date:	18 Mar 2021
DEWEY:	262.12092
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	384
Weight:	444g
Height:	130mm
Width:	196mm
Spine width:	31mm

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