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Beyond a Boundary: 50th Anniversary Edition (The C. L. R. James Archives),Used
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This new edition of C. L. R. James's classic Beyond a Boundary celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of one of the greatest books on sport and culture ever written.Named one of the Top 50 Sports Books of All Time by Sports Illustrated'Beyond a Boundary . . . should find its place on the team with Izaak Walton, Ivan Turgenev, A. J. Liebling, and Ernest Hemingway.'Derek Walcott, The New York Times Book Review'As a player, James the writer was able to see in cricket a metaphor for art and politics, the collective experience providing a focus for group effort and individual performance. . . . [In] his scintillating memoir of his life in cricket, Beyond a Boundary (1963), James devoted some of his finest pages to this theme.'Edward Said, The Washington Post'A work of double reverencefor the resilient, elegant ritualism of cricket and for the black people of the world.'Whitney Balliett, The New Yorker'Beyond a Boundary isa book of remarkable richness and force, which vastly expands our understanding of sports as an element of popular culture in the Western and colonial world.'Mark Naison, The Nation'Everything James has done has had the mark of originality, of his own flexible, sensitive, and deeply cultured intelligence. He conveys not a rigid doctrine but a delight and curiosity in all the manifestations of life, and the clue to everything lies in his proper appreciation of the game of cricket.'E. P. Thompson, author of The Making of the English Working Class'Beyond a Boundary is . . . first and foremost an autobiography of a living legendprobably the greatest social theorist of our times.'Manning Marable, Journal of Sport & Social Issues'The great triumph of Beyond a Boundary is its ability to rise above genre and in its very form explore the complex nature of colonial West Indian society.'Caryl Phillips, The New Republic
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Beyond a Boundary'? A: The main theme of 'Beyond a Boundary' revolves around the intersection of sport, culture, and politics, particularly through the lens of cricket as a metaphor for societal experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Beyond a Boundary'? A: 'Beyond a Boundary' is written by C. L. R. James, a renowned West Indian historian, journalist, and social theorist.
- Q: What edition is this version of 'Beyond a Boundary'? A: This version is the 50th Anniversary Edition, celebrating the enduring impact of the book since its original publication.
- Q: How many pages does 'Beyond a Boundary' have? A: 'Beyond a Boundary' contains 288 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'Beyond a Boundary' was published on June 17, 2013.
- Q: Is 'Beyond a Boundary' available in hardcover? A: 'Beyond a Boundary' is available in paperback format in this edition; hardcover availability may vary.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in sports, cultural studies, and social theory, as well as fans of cricket and Caribbean literature, will find this book particularly insightful.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or photographs? A: This edition does not specifically mention the inclusion of illustrations or photographs, focusing primarily on the text and its rich narrative.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating that it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: Can 'Beyond a Boundary' be considered an autobiography? A: 'Beyond a Boundary' can be viewed as a memoir and autobiography, reflecting C. L. R. James's personal experiences and perspectives on cricket and society.