Published for the 1959 season, "The Boys' Book of Soccer" brings the spirit of the late 1950s football to life. Hugely popular among young readers of the era, this annual combined down-to-earth advice with the excitement of the sport’s most iconic moments. Aspiring players could turn to its pages for lessons on fundamentals, clever strategies, and in-depth features on the stars who defined the period.
Inside, you’ll find a vibrant assortment of imagery—classic black-and-white photos alongside vivid color shots—showcasing the era’s football heroes. The book is brimming with engaging articles, stories, and brain-teasing puzzles, each one capturing the passion for the game that swept through postwar Britain. The 1959 edition stands out as a prized piece for collectors and a lively record of how football ignited the imagination of young fans in the late fifties.
This particular copy has survived the years in excellent shape. The red cloth boards are pristine, the pages are crisp and unmarked, and the binding remains tight. Its original dust jacket, featuring the 12/6d price, shows only slight shelf wear and is now preserved in an archival-quality protective sleeve.
As was customary, the 1959 edition hit the shelves in late 1958 just in time for Christmas making it a perfect gift for future football stars. You can see an image of the index beside the main cover photo, detailing every contributor and feature included. Want to see more treasures from this era? Type ‘1959’ into our search bar to browse further football classics from the close of the decade.
Now protected with Archival Dust Jacket Sleeve
