Warrior in Wellington Boots: Autobiography
Written by Cornelius Carr
Narrated by Jan Stefan Simonsen
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About this audiobook
Warrior in Wellington Boots is an inspirational book recounting the memoirs of Cornelius Carr. Cornelius is a former professional boxer who beat the odds fighting his way out of an impoverished life on a large council estate/projects in North Eastern England, United Kingdom. Because of his dedication and persistence to the sport of boxing Cornelius became a British Super Middleweight Champion and a WBF World Boxing Champion.
Cornelius’s memoirs highlight the struggles of a young boy trying to survive in a poor, harsh industrial working class environment. He had a fatalistic encounter which was life-changing and a dream was born. His story is bitter-sweet depicting tragedy, hardships, humour, love, and success.
The memoirs are honest, raw and thought-provoking. Cornelius truthfully informs readers of one man’s life journey from boy to boxing champion. It’s a captivating story which will enlighten and educate. This book is not just for boxing fans, it will grip and delight all listeners.
Warrior in Wellington Boots is a candid, simplistic book written with integrity, sending listeners memorable and powerful messages about life, choices, fate, heritage, determination, desire, ambition and dreams.
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