C.L.R. James was a Trinidadian historian, journalist, and socialist theorist, born on January 4, 1901. He is best known for his influential works on the history of the Caribbean and the African diaspora, particularly his book, The Black Jacobins, which examines the Haitian Revolution. James was also a prominent figure in the Pan-African movement and contributed to the development of Marxist thought. In addition to his writings, C.L.R. James was an avid cricket fan and wrote extensively about the sport, reflecting on its cultural significance in the Caribbean. He spent much of his life in England and the United States, where he engaged with various political movements and intellectual circles. James passed away on May 31, 1989.