Explore Watson's journey from English public schools to Glasgow's football scene, where he mastered the game and led Queen's Park to glory. Learn how he brought his talent to England, sharing his knowledge with the Southern amateurs and shaping the future of football. This is more than a sports biography; it's a tale of triumph over adversity, social change, and the enduring legacy of a forgotten hero. Perfect for readers interested in sports history, Black history, and the cultural impact of early football.
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A Straggling Life: Andrew Watson
The Story of the World's First Black Footballer
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About this book
Discover the untold story of Andrew Watson, the world's first Black football superstar. This biography unveils the remarkable life of a pioneering athlete who defied the conventions of Victorian Britain. The son of a Scottish plantation owner and a woman of color, Watson rose to captain Scotland's national team and revolutionize the sport.
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Publisher
Pitch PublishingeBook ISBN
9781785318962
Year
2021Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Author’s Note
- Preface
- A Man of Colour
- The Game
- Origins
- Education
- Estate
- Footballer
- Mariner
- Gentleman
- Appendices
- Bibliography
- Photos
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