Beyond a boundary by CLR James. Mind blowing. 
 I just came across in the Amazon site after an 
 extensive search for a cricket book after throughly 
 enjoying the "Chinaman. The legend of Pradeep 
 Mathews." At an affordable price with the tag of 
 "Best cricket book ever" it was an easy choice for 
 me. And this gem, is a must read. The journey of 
 the author himself which is closely in fact mostly 
 related to the game. With the touch of upheaval of 
 West Indian independence movement and of 
 course racial discrimination over there, the author 
 has wonderfully portrayed the game of cricket 
 through his eyes. When he describes Wilton st. Hill 
 we would want to watch him bat. The passage on 
 the square cut and the way of execution reminds 
 us a gentleman from Bangalore. He talks about a 
 'talent', an overseas flop who has mastered the 
 domestic pitches. Then there is another one who 
 is careless and somehow gets picked to play 
 overseas where he finally shows what he is 
 capable of. You will drop your jaws as you go on 
 reading WG. The modern day cricket's forefather 
 through his words is a bliss. It is amazing how he 
 covered every aspect of the game and even more 
 amazing thing is how relevant is that now. Bits 
 and pieces on Ranji, Three Ws. Whoa. Go. Read!