{"product_id":"stumped-richard-harrison-9780648524847","title":"Stumped: One Cricket Umpire, Two Countries. A Memoir.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSixteen Seasons in the Sun - Mostly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe swept away by a heart-warming tale that transports you from the tranquil environs of an English village cricket match to the hallowed turf of the MCG. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet Richard Harrison - an amiable and cheerful Australian who (while living in Kent) embarks on a career as a cricket umpire and a subsequent journey of self-discovery. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor six years, he occupied the best seat in the house at some of the most beautiful cricket grounds in England, umpiring matches in Kent and Sussex. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut it is when he returns to umpire in Australia that he's captivated by the skill and talent of some of the best female cricketers in the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntertaining and funny throughout, Stumped presents a unique and amusing tribute to an ancient and fascinating pastime. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith every page, you'll be drawn deeper into the world of cricket umpiring and the joys and challenges that come with it. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut be warned, once you pick up this book - you won't want to put it down. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoyed the rousing sports drama of Bend It Like Beckham and the tremendous growth of women's cricket in recent years, this delightful and inspiring memoir is a must-read. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick up your copy of Stumped now and get off the mark today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Richard Harrison\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0648524841\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780648524847\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Richard Harrison\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/27\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 214\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.48lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.45d","brand":"Richard Harrison","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43989087322367,"sku":"9780648524847","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_512d0969-4937-4780-a695-bff930ebbc4e.jpg?v=1683297642","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/stumped-richard-harrison-9780648524847","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}