C. L. R. James
C. L. R. James
1901 – 198916
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Trinidadian historian and journalist who sometimes wrote under the name J. R. Johnson
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History Politics & Society Non-Fiction Sociology Biography
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Nello, Cyril Lionel Robert James, J. R. Johnson, J.R. Johnson, C.L.R. James, CLR James, C L R James, C.L.R.James, C.L.R James, James C.L.R, P. I. R. James, JR JohnsonFeatured Works
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What is C. L. R. James best known for?
C. L. R. James is widely recognized for his groundbreaking work on the Haitian Revolution, particularly his analysis of Toussaint Louverture's leadership. He was also a prominent figure in Pan-Africanism and a significant Marxist intellectual.
What genres did C. L. R. James write in?
C. L. R. James wrote extensively across history, political theory, and literary criticism. He also published a novel and contributed significantly to sports writing, particularly on cricket.
Did C. L. R. James use any pen names?
C. L. R. James occasionally used the pseudonym J. R. Johnson for some of his political writings.