The Demon Speaks Quotes

“This leads me to suggest an endeavour should be made to make cricket more exciting, and have more thrilling incidents. I believe the best way would be to count two runs for every maiden over bowled during the match. For instance, the MCC side bowl 30 "maidens" getting rid of Notts; they therefore would start their (MCC) innings with 60 runs, and Notts, bowling only 15 "maidens," would have 30 runs added to their score.”
― Fred Spofforth, The Demon Speaks: Recollections and Reminiscences

“there is only one WG Grace, that there will never be another. It is not only his stupendous capacity as a cricketer that commands admiration; there is his whole physique to be reckoned with. He seems different from all other cricketers—a king apart.”
― Fred Spofforth, The Demon Speaks: Recollections and Reminiscences

“Don't go into public houses and play billiards. Always aim at something higher. When placed in a responsible position, don't trust your fellow-creatures.”
― Fred Spofforth, The Demon Speaks: Recollections and Reminiscences