Description

This is Frank Allan’s story, with full details of his career for South Melbourne, Warrnambool, Portland, Elsternwick, Victoria, and Australia.

Learn why he was the undisputed ‘Bowler of a Century’ and the details of a campaign of ridicule against him when he declined to play in what became the inaugural Test match.

This booklet is 41 pages in 10 and 11 font, plus 4 pages of colour images in the centre. It is the first in a series at least 6 booklets (A5 in size) by James Merchant.

Each edition is limited to just 35 signed copies, with the same booklet number (X/35) being available to collectors of the series. The booklets each have a professionally designed cover, with the edition number noted on the cover. Inside you will find lovely off-white 120gsm textured paper stock, which is cotton stitched (no staples). Each edition will have preliminary pages with an ISBN, a Table of Contents, Bibliography, Notes, and an Index. You can expect 40-50 pages per edition. The booklets will be diverse in their subject matter, featuring individual players, tours, cricket identities, and collectable subjects.

Expect a new edition each quarter.

Edition 1. Frank Allan – The Bowler of a CenturyEdition 2. Cricket Pottery – Made in Australia (expected release date Sept 2026)
Edition 3. Bradman’s NSW Debut Tour – 12-29th December 1927 (December 2026)