{"product_id":"9781743795781","title":"The Magic of Spin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Magic of Spin explores the fascinating world of spin bowling through the stories and insights of more than forty legendary cricketers who mastered the craft.\u003cbr\u003eSpin bowlers are known for using flight, deception and subtle variations of spin to outwit batsmen, and this book delves into the techniques, history and artistry behind one of cricket’s most mysterious skills. Through firsthand accounts and analysis, readers discover how combinations of top-spin, side-spin and off-spin can turn a match.\u003cbr\u003eThe book features some of the greatest spin bowlers in cricket history, including Bill O'Reilly, whom Don Bradman regarded as the finest bowler he ever faced, as well as modern icon Shane Warne. Other featured players include Richie Benaud, Stuart MacGill and Nathan Lyon.\u003cbr\u003eThe Magic of Spin also traces the evolution of famous deliveries such as the googly and the flipper, revealing the innovations and personalities that shaped spin bowling through the decades. Combining history, technique and memorable stories, the book uncovers the mystery behind cricket’s most magical art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"book-contributors\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"contributor-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"contributor-role\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=Author+Ashley+Mallett\" class=\"contributor-link\"\u003eAshley Mallett\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ashley Mallett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47378770296995,"sku":"9781743795781","price":350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7836\/3555\/files\/9781743795781_649fb690-8d85-4caf-9c72-b4d8cffabe60.jpg?v=1780014553","url":"https:\/\/graffitibooks.co.za\/products\/9781743795781","provider":"Graffiti Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}