The Grass Arena : An Autobiography

(Author) John Healy
Format: Paperback
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John Healy, the son of poor Irish immigrants in London, grows up hardened by violence and soon finds himself overwhelmed by alcoholism. He ends up in the grass arena: the parks and streets of the inner city, where beggars, thieves, prostitutes and killers fight for survival and each day brings the question of where to find the next drink. In his searing autobiography Healy describes with unflinching honesty his experiences of addiction, his escape through learning to play chess in prison, and his ongoing search for peace of mind.

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Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
251
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780141189598
Publish year:
2008
Publish date:
July 31, 2008

John Healy

John Healy was an English-born Irish author and former professional boxer best known for his memoir "The Grass Arena." His raw and unflinching prose style delves into the harsh realities of poverty, addiction, and violence. Through his work, Healy shed light on the struggles faced by marginalized communities, making a lasting impact on literature.

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