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Divided into four parts, the first - 'Youngsters at the Top' - explores how many of the best-known names in world bowls, including Tony Allcock, Peter Belliss, Glyn Bosisto, David Bryant, Richard Corsie, Phil Skoglund and Willie Wood, were all early starters to the game. This part also introduces Bevin Grove, qualified coach in four sports in addition to bowls and considered by many authorities in Australia as arguably having helped more youngsters to learn the game than any of his contemporaries. His coaching advice, tailored specifically for the young, is a valuable inclusion.

The second part, entitled 'The Fundamentals', encompasses aspects such as the choice of bowls, grip, stance, rolling the jack, the draw shot, drive, and so on. What makes this book different from most is that each of these fundamentals is examined through the eyes of champion bowlers and prominent coaches, namely Glyn Bosisto, Jack Murphy, Albert Newton, Gordon Sargeant and Frank Soars. For most readers, this is probably the most fascinating section of the book.

'The Lighter Side', part three, is a miscellany of subjects - largely humorously written - that includes a chapter entitled 'In the Past: Witty History'; interestingly, the content was chosen by youngsters.

Part four, a glossary of bowls terms, concludes the book.

• If Your Aunty Had Bowls . . . (cartoonist Larry Pickering)