A first Australian edition of The Fight for the Ashes 1961 by R. A. Roberts — a comprehensive account of the 1961 Ashes series held in England, where Australia, under the leadership of Richie Benaud, reclaimed the urn in one of the most memorable contests of the post-war era.
The book includes a foreword by Sir Frank Worrell and concluding reflections (“Summing-up”) by captains Peter May and Richie Benaud.
The volume is handsomely produced, bound in red textured cloth with white lettering to the spine and the Harrap winged horse emblem at the base.
Illustrated with black and white action photographs throughout, it captures the intensity, drama, and sportsmanship of the series — particularly the famous Old Trafford Test where Benaud’s tactical brilliance turned the match.
A sought-after Ashes title documenting one of cricket’s most tactically significant series.
The Fight for the Ashes 1961 by R. A. Roberts
The Fight for the Ashes 1961
Author: R. A. Roberts
Publisher: Australasian Publishing Company Pty Ltd, in association with George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd
Publication Place: Sydney, Australia
Publication Date: 1962
Edition: First Australian Edition
Format: Hardcover with Dustcover
Pagination: 287 pagesDimensions: Approx. 22.0 cm × 14.5 cm × 3.0 cm
Condition: Dustcover: Very good. Bright green cover design clean and vibrant with minimal fading. Light rubbing to edges and corners, small crease at upper edge, but no major tears or stains. Some tanning to inside of dustcover. Not price clipped. Boards: Excellent. Red cloth boards are firm, clean, and bright with crisp white lettering to the spine. Binding: Tight and square with no looseness or cracking. Pages: Clean throughout with light age toning to edges. No inscriptions or marks. Endpapers: tanning present. Otherwise clean and unmarked.Overall Condition: (Very Good).
