$37.00
- Paperback
400 pages
- Release Date
30 April 2008
Summary
Black and Blue: A Story of Triumph Over Adversity
Paul Canoville’s life is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. His journey is marked by extreme racist bigotry, a shattering career-ending injury, a descent into drug abuse, battles against cancer, and profound family tragedy, yet ultimately defined by an unwavering determination to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds.
As Chelsea’s first black first-team player, Canoville faced horrific abuse upon his debut in 1…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780755316458 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0755316452 |
| Author: | Paul Canoville |
| Publisher: | Headline Publishing Group |
| Imprint: | Headline Book Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 400 |
| Release Date: | 30 April 2008 |
| Weight: | 319g |
| Dimensions: | 197mm x 130mm x 26mm |
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Critics Review
‘unputdownable’
one of the most powerful sports books ever written…an exceptional account of an extraordinary man - Pat Nevin, Chelseafc.com
unputdownable - Observera compelling read skilfully put together - Mirrorcompelling - Henry Winter, Daily TelegraphAbout The Author
Paul Canoville
Paul Canoville was born in Hillingdon, London. Starting out playing for non-league Hillingdon Borough, Canoville signed for Chelsea in 1981. He made his debut against Crystal Palace in April 1982 aged 20. He joined Reading in 1986, where his career ended due to injury. Paul Canoville lives in London.
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