An original first edition of Swanton in Australia with M.C.C. 1946–1975, written by the renowned English cricket journalist and broadcaster, E. W. (“Jim”) Swanton.
The book chronicles nearly three decades of M.C.C. (Marylebone Cricket Club) tours to Australia through the author’s personal accounts, observations, and reflections on post-war Test cricket.
With a foreword by Sir Robert Menzies and an introduction by Sir Donald Bradman, this work captures both the cricketing and cultural ties between England and Australia during an era of great sporting rivalry.
Lavishly illustrated with black and white photographs, Swanton provides unique insights into players, matches, and the evolution of cricketing diplomacy between the two nations.
Bound in turquoise-blue textured cloth boards with gilt spine lettering, this edition was printed and bound in Great Britain by William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd, Glasgow.
A significant retrospective work covering five M.C.C. tours across three decades. Swanton’s stature as one of cricket’s most respected voices, combined with contributions by Bradman and Menzies, make this an essential title for collectors of cricket literature and Ashes history.
Swanton in Australia with MCC 1946-1975 by EW Swanton
Swanton in Australia with M.C.C. 1946–1975
Author: E. W. Swanton
Publisher: William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd
Publication Place: London, England
Publication Date: 1975
Edition: First Edition
Format: Hardcover with Dustcover
Pagination: 252 pagesDimensions: Approx. 22.2 cm × 14.5 cm × 2.8 cm
Condition: Dustcover: Good. Glossy pictorial dustcover remains bright, with some edge wear and small tears at the top and bottom edges (notably to the top left corner). Slight rubbing to corners and spine ends. Some tanning & foxing to inside of dustcover. Price clipped. Boards: Very good. Blue boards clean and unfaded, gilt lettering sharp. Binding: Tight and square. Pages: Clean and unmarked with light toning to edges consistent with age. Previous owner inscription to front end paper. Endpapers: Clean with no inscriptions.































