Sociology: sport & leisure

Remarkable Village Cricket Grounds

In the original book he covered some of the largest stadia where cricket is played throughout the world. In Remarkable Village Cricket Grounds he concentrates on the smallest.

The Splendid Book of the Bicycle

A sumptuous, wide-ranging guide to cycling, full of practical information but with a huge sense of fun, packed with evocative images from the history of cycling.

Vive le Tour!

The Observer, July 1, 2007 “A quirky and inventive collection of history, statistics and random trivia, Brownlee’s book would be perfect for whipping out of the back pocket of your cycling jersey to settle arguments or impress your friends.”

Pocket Companions – The Golfer's Pocket Companion (Pocket Companions)

All you need to know about the heaven and hell of golf is in this unique book. From the serious (the origins of golf) to the bizarre (moon golf), the informative (the perfect tee-height) to the ridiculous (snow golf), takes the reader down a fairway of wit and wisdom.

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