Vernon Scannell | |
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 Vernon Scannell | |
| Born | John Vernon Bain 23 January 1922 Spilsby, Lincolnshire, England |
| Died | 16 November 2007 (aged 85) West Yorkshire, England |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | University of Leeds |
| Subject | Poetry, English |
| Spouse | Jo Higson (Painter) |
| Partner | none |
| Children | 6 |
Vernon Scannell (23 January 1922 – 16 November 2007) was a British poet and author. He was at one time a professional boxer, and wrote novels about the sport of boxing. He was a famous poet of English.