A first edition of The Bodyline Controversy by Laurence Le Quesne, published by Secker & Warburg in 1983. This comprehensive historical study revisits the infamous 1932–33 Ashes series between England and Australia — the “Bodyline” tour — one of cricket’s most controversial chapters.
 
Le Quesne, a barrister and historian, examines the political, sporting, and moral dimensions of the tactic, drawing from archival research and personal correspondence of key figures. Includes a foreword by G.O. Allen.
 
Bound in light yellow textured boards with gilt lettering to the spine, and accompanied by a striking dustcover featuring a photograph of Australian batsman Jack Fingleton in protective “armour” worn during the first Test.