Pool Hustlers: The Legend of English Dan

by Ramel Self

In the spring of 1952, hustling pool was a way of life. The same way a hard working man rolls out of his bed at the crack of dawn to earn his wages,pool hustlers would bet that same wage and often ten times more on a single game of pool. This fascinating tale will take you inside Chick Davis' Pool Hall, one of the most famous halls in Philadelphia, if not the east coast. Inside that hall and inside many others, Ramel Self (author) will place you in a front row seat into their lives, their pasts, and the motivating factors that drove these skillful artists and artisans. The pool cues were their brushes, the green felt were their canvas and the result is a story you will truly love. A fascinating tale about a fascinating game during a pivotal time in America's history. If you play the game everyday, or never played before , Pool Hustlers is a must read. When a young pool shooter from North Philly traveled to Harlem in the spring of 1952, he won their respect , their admiration, and most of all he won their cash

210 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 10, 2017

Reviews

[Carl · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the finest books I’ve read about pool…