Little Wonder Stockists

John Wisden at his peak known as 'The Little Wonder' was a key member of the England cricket team who in 1859 sailed across the Atlantic on the world's first overseas cricket tour. In 1864 after his retirement Wisden published the first edition of the book that would make his name immortal. He printed 'full and accurate scores' along with indispensable facts about the Derby the St Leger the university rowing matches 'and other Interesting Information' including potted histories of the Wars of the Roses. The 1864 edition is now valued at anything up to GBP25 000 and Wisden Cricketers' Almanack has been published continuously ever since - not for nothing is it known as 'the cricketer's bible'. The Almanack has despite some close shaves never missed a year. In 1937 it was just 48 hours from liquidation and in the Second World War a German bomber set fire to the company's headquarters destroying its records. And yet somehow the yellow (since 1938) book has retained its antique rugged character. It is a labour-of-love collection of records for cricket obsessives but also a hearty eccentric. It loves to count the number of wides in a season but also delights in relating tales from far-flung pavilions. Through the telling of Wisden's story we also glimpse the history of English - and world - cricket. The book is a window onto the game's most charismatic characters its high points lows and political storms. In The Little Wonder Robert Winder traces the central role the game has played in national life for so long. The book's 150th anniversary in 2013 is the ideal time to tell the extraordinary story of Wisden's - and cricket's - journey from Victorian times to the modern world. New every year it feels as though it has been with us for ever.

"So, if you're wondering who the absolute go-to Little Wonder stockists are across the UK, it’s a pretty diverse and ever-changing landscape, but some names definitely jump out! We’re talking about your classic high-street champions like John Lewis, which everyone trusts for quality and service, and then there’s Marks & Spencer, a British institution for everything from undies to ready meals. Next is always a big player, especially for fashion and homeware, and even though Debenhams isn't on the high street anymore, its online presence is still massive for beauty and fashion. Don't forget the supermarket giants either – Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Asda aren't just for your weekly shop; they’re huge for clothing, electronics, and general household bits too. Then you’ve got the more budget-friendly but ridiculously popular options like Primark, always packed to the rafters, and the treasure trove that is TK Maxx. And, of course, for sheer volume and convenience, Amazon UK is an undeniable behemoth, pretty much stocking everything imaginable. It’s a real mix, innit? " - Bargainplace UK

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