Pearson, Harry
Connie: The Marvellous Life of Learie Constantine
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349140391
- author:
- Pearson, Harry
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 14.5 x 2.5 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Biography, Sports,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Learie Constantine was a cricketer like no other. Born in rural Trinidad in 1901, he went on to play Test cricket for the West Indies and club cricket for Nelson, earning him the nickname 'the most original cricketer of his time'. But Constantine's story is more than just a tale of sporting genius - it's also one of cultural exchange and human decency. Constantine's journey from Trinidad to England in the 1920s and 1930s was marked by both fascination and prejudice. As he navigated the narrow working-class world of Lancashire, he found common ground with local music-hall stars like George Formby and Gracie Fields. Meanwhile, his own unique blend of Caribbean flair and English charm helped him to thrive in a society that often struggled to understand its newest arrivals. This book tells an uplifting story about sport, prejudice, and the power of human connection. With its rich historical context and engaging narrative, it's a fascinating tale that sheds new light on one of cricket's most colourful characters.
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