The Football Association Book For Boys 1961-1962 (14th Edition) is a hardback annual from
William Heinemann Ltd, published for the 1961-62 football season. Released in 1961, it offers a lively snapshot of mid-century British football, featuring stories, articles, quizzes, player tips, and detailed stats from the 1960-61 season, all brought to life with photos and illustrations.
This edition features extensive page spreads covering both the 1961 FA Cup Final, Tottenham Hotspur versus Leicester City and the FA Amateur Cup Final between Walthamstow Avenue and West Auckland Town, each accompanied by a selection of photographs, making this complete annual a lavishly illustrated tribute to the year’s most memorable football moments.
This copy is particularly notable for its outstanding condition. There’s no fading or tears, the binding is tight, pages are crisp, and the price remains unclipped. The dust jacket, often missing or damaged on books this old, is intact and in excellent condition.
Well-preserved annuals like this are prized by collectors and football fans for their nostalgia and historical insight. In such excellent condition, with a good dust jacket, they’re both charming keepsakes and valuable memorabilia.
As for value, a copy like this in the UK market typically sells for £20–£50, possibly more if the dust jacket is near-mint. Prices vary with demand and any rare features such as autographs or inserts.
This Edition is now protected with Archival Dust Jacket Sleeving
