Neville‘s childhood contrasts with adulthood. Plus, how he got an impressive scoop as a junior journalist. Read by Toby Jones. Show more
The Great Romantic by Duncan Hamilton
3. Snobbery
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 12 months
Working class Neville’s life as a cricket correspondent at class conscious Lord's was often challenging. Read by Toby Jones. Show more
Cardus began the 1960s anxiously, but ended with a knighthood and the birth of a new cricket culture. Read by Toby Jones. Show more
Neville Cardus’ love for music and a woman who sent him a fan letter. The cricket correspondent’s life read by Toby Jones. Show more
The Great Romantic by Duncan Hamilton
1. Revolutionary
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 12 months
How Neville Cardus became cricket correspondent, revolutionising cricket writing with his take on the game. Read by Toby Jones. Show more