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Over and Out

By: Henry Blofeld
Narrated by: Henry Blofeld
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Summary

The autobiography of cricket broadcasting legend Henry Blofeld.

Henry Blofeld's voice is the sound of the summer to thousands of cricket lovers all over the world, and this autobiographical audiobook is a celebration of his career commentating on the sport he loves.

Henry has been a summariser on Test Match Special for over 40 years, and cricket fans all over the world adore him. In this book he relives his favourite moments in the sport and shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes and stories told in his unique style.

©2017 Henry Blofeld (P)2017 Hodder & Stoughton

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Blowers back again!

Having listened to squeeze the orange - Henry Blofeld’s biography I wondered if his new book would hold anything new about his like in cricket or simply be a rehash of classic but told before tales. I plumped to listen just to hear that extraordinary voice once more and was so glad I did. Not only are 5he tales told in a way only he could tell them, there were so many new or enhanced stories that I need not have worried before my purchase. Filled with fun, facts and fantastic insights into not just his own but many other colourful cricket loving characters you really feel like you have been a companion in the commentary box for the last 50 years with the great man. I cannot recommend this as a worthy successor to squeeze the orange highly enough. Buy it and you will be entertained for hours!

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A little bitter

Henry has a wonderful voice. However it felt like he was rallying against progress. Test match special is more interesting than ever.

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Brilliant Blowers

A truly one of kind commentator who will never be rivalled. Had the pleasure of meeting him and seeing one of his shows a few months back. The book is just as good

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Blowers on top form

If you are a fan of Henry Blofeld, you will love this book. Written just after his retirement from BBC, it is filled with anecdotes from the legendary commentator and journalist’s career, focusing on his time with Test Match Special. Blowers’ narration is a huge bonus, featuring his impersonations of fellow commentators (extremely accurate) and his frequent laughter at his own stories. Highly recommended.

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Enjoyed

really enjoyed and it gives lot of insight about radio cricket commentary both on and off field happenings...

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'Blowers at his best'

An absolutely fantastic listen and delivered in Blowers own inimitable style. Thoroughly entertaining for both cricket fans and non-cricket enthusiasts alike!

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A wonderful journey through cricket

This is a great introduction to cricket as well as Test Match Special. Just sit back and let Blowers take you all over the world in search of the best cricketing stories.

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Lovely

Really nice book and this is a great way to enjoy it if you miss blowers commentary. Quite charming.
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enchanting

A British legend to be savoured especially on a summers day while relaxing on holiday or a weekend away

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Great listen

I've only got into cricket during the thrilling 2019 World Cup, but I really enjoyed these tales from Henry Blofeld, one of the greats of radio broadcasting. Hilarious and thoroughly entertaining, even for complete newcomers to the game like me. For most of us who can't afford to pay for all the sports TV and phone streaming subscriptions nowadays, Blowers and his talented TMS colleagues remind us how radio commentary can be just as exciting as watching a sporting event!

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