This Journal / Diary / Notebook makes an awesome unique gift for Cricket lovers! This journal is 6 x 9 inches in size with 110 blank lined pages for writing down thoughts, notes, ideas, or even sketching.

Described by the media as 'the David Beckham of cricket', Kevin has become the poster boy for English cricket. But he is also in possession of a prodigious talent - fearless, bold and with unflappable nerves. His unique batting style has produced hundreds of runs and many outstanding innings, culminating in his extraordinary triumph at the 2005 Ashes. Yet with the highs, come the lows, and he gives his version of events during the 2006/07 Ashes when England were defeated by Australia. Crossing the Boundary recounts Kevin's remarkable journey so far - from growing up in his native South Africa and the opposition he faced from the national cricket board; his move to England and burgeoning career at Hampshire to winning a place on the England team. It provides a rare insight into the mind of an international cricketer, on and off the pitch. Reflecting his youthful charisma and his bullish confidence, this is a sporting memoir like no other. Full of personal anecdotes and insight from numerous sporting legends such as Shane Warne, Ian Botham, and Nasser Hussain, this is the riveting story of one of the most significant cricketers of our time.

“Fakiri is a state of mind where you enjoy living simply without many wants out of choice, not out of compulsion of circumstances. It is a beautiful space to be in. An organic connect with your work-life can be one possible vehicle to help you reach this stage. This book is about such possibilities.”

I grew up following the popular life code ‘Study. Get a job. Earn lots of money’. I was so convinced by this that I strived to by-heart books and even became a bookworm. Of late, a realization came to me — the code of settlement was a cliché. Through this book, I take you through the real lives of select young engineers. Engineers who entered their ‘Sphere of Interest’. Engineers who have stepped aboard to chase their dreams. But, what haunts an engineer the most in his pursuit of passion, are these questions: How do I convince my parents? What if I fail? Will I make enough money? What will society say? The protagonists of this book survived these questions. I set out to meet engineers and found myself abundantly amused. Over a year’s time, I interacted with the one who became a farmer, another became a cricketer, and so on. “I proudly label them all ‘CREATIVE-PRENEURS”.

Gulu Ezekiel is one of India’s leading sports journalists and authors having been published in over 100 publications around the world. He has also appeared on numerous national and international TV and radio channels as an anchor and an expert. Author of over a dozen sports books, including best-selling biographies of Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Gulu’s latest, Myth-Busting: Indian Cricket Behind the Headlines (Rupa Publications) was released in March 2021 to critical acclaim. The book also contains many never before-published photos from the author’s personal collection.

"Euphoria" is dedicated to searching of happiness and euphoria, and emphasizes that it is not an ephemeral emotion. It undertakes poetry, memories, studies, and frolics on the subject of euphoria. They also, and communicate the importance of meaningful relationships sustainability and the inner contentment for a fulfilling life. It also briefly mentions the part played by gratitude, selflessness and positive relation ship to the pursuit of happiness. Happiness is represented as something everyone is in search of, and everyone finds it in a different way; in this work, happiness equals getting high exercising through meditation, taking care of one's self, and art. The anthology thereby positively postulates that with euphoria temporary at best it elicits a renewed reverence for the moments in life and the quest for happiness.

In His Footsteps : A Homage to Dad Dear Dad: A Homage is fictitious story narrated by Srikar, a twenty-eight-year-old English literature and film-making graduate, about his association with the most important people in his life. He reminisces his memorable moments with his beloved father, Dr. Raj Kumar, an English fiction author, theatre actor and mathematics professor, who is now resting in eternal peace. He recounts the thoughtful conversations he had with his dad, and how he encouraged and inspired him to pursue his passion. He describes the beautiful companionship between his mom, Anjali, an incredible painter, and his dad; his relationship with the girl he adores most, Asmita, a fashion designer; and the beautiful bond his family shares with his eighteen-year old adopted sister, Niharika, a gifted and trained singer. He also narrates how much his dad is revered and admired by his family, colleagues, students and a large circle of his friends.

Swim, Bike, Run is the ultimate triathlon book, from Olympic heroes the Brownlee brothers The Olympic Triathlon, Hyde Park, London August 7th 2012 'We jogged to our positions on the pontoon: two brothers, side by side, the world and everyone we ever cared about looking on. Eighteen years of training, culminating in this single race. Noise from the crowd impossible to imagine. Hearts thumping. Swim-hats pulled tight, goggles lowered. Into a crouch, poised for the hooter. Three. Two. One...' This is the story of how two skinny lads from west Yorkshire became the best triathletes in the world. Meet the Brownlees: Olympic Champion Alistair, World Champion Jonny. Brothers, training partners, rivals. They have obliterated the competition and set new standards for swimming, biking and running. But the Brownlee brothers have never forgotten their roots. They still do their schoolboy hill runs and Dales rides; still train harder and longer than anyone; still push each other to new heights. In this revealing, often very funny book they take us inside their world and inside their races. It's both a riveting story of brotherly rivalry and a rare insight into what it takes to be the best. Swim, Bike, Run is also packed with training secrets. Whether you are thinking about your first triathlon or are a seasoned competitor, here are unique sections on how to swim, bike and run, and advice on nutrition, injury, and mental approach. With the Brownlees in your corner, you will do more than you ever thought possible. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in swimming, cycling and running and will be loved by readers of Mark Cavendish's Boy Racer and Running with the Kenyans. Alistair Brownlee, 24, is a British triathlete from Yorkshire. He is the reigning Olympic champion, a back-to-back European champion and a two-time World champion. Jonathan Brownlee, 22, is also a British triathlete from Yorkshire. He is the reigning World Champion, a two-time World Sprint champion and an Olympic bronze medalist. 'Sport has two new heroes: a couple of nice lads from Yorkshire ' The Times