A different kind of freedom

£6.99

In this heart-stopping adventure based on real historical events, Richard O’Neill introduces readers to Rab Howell, England’s first ever professional Romani football player.

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SKU: 9781407199580 Category: Tag: Publisher/imprint : Scholastic
Page count : 180
Published on 5th January, 2023

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A gripping football-filled adventure based in the Romani community of 19th-century Sheffield.

 

This action-packed story is told through the eyes of young Lijah, as he navigates life and discovers football and the legendary Rab Howell.

“Quick history of Rab Howell: born in a wagon on a camp like yours about thirty years ago. He played for United and England, and was one of the best players I ever saw.”

In this heart-stopping adventure, Richard O’Neill shows us an important and intriguing time in Britain that’s sure to fascinate young readers.

 

  • VOICES: A thrilling series showcasing some of the UK’s finest writers for young people.
  • Voices reflects the authentic, unsung stories of our past.
  • Each story in the series shows that, even in times of great upheaval, a myriad of people have arrived on this island and made a home for themselves – from Roman times to the present day.

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Weight 0.13 kg
Dimensions 20 × 14.7 × 1.3 cm
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