On the ball

SIR – Sandra Miles-taylor (Letters, May 29) is looking for recordings to keep her awake on long drives.

The soothing tones of Lloyd Notice reading Beyond a Boundary, CLR James’s passionate defence of cricket as an art form, should do the trick. Exploring the game’s psychology and aesthetics, as well as issues of class, race and politics, the recording lasts for over 12 hours.

Malcolm Watson

Welford, Berkshire

SIR – The recordings of the late Sir John Betjeman reading his poems, accompanied by the glorious music of Jim Parker, are perfect for a long car journey, providing relaxation without lowering concentration.

If there are children in the car, it is worth trying the Captain Beaky poems by Jeremy Lloyd, also set to Jim Parker’s music.

Nick Timms

Newark, Nottinghamshire