A charming window into football’s early 1950s era, "The Boys' Book of Football," published in 1953, remains a delightful and nostalgic read. Carefully crafted as a comprehensive guide for young football fans, the book covers every facet of the game—from rules and tactics to in-depth profiles of the era’s most celebrated players.
The copy currently available is in very good condition for its age. The original red cloth covers are clean and unmarked, the binding remains tight, and the pages are fresh and crisp. Most notably, the dust jacket is complete and not price clipped (10/6d), with only minor signs of shelf wear. Now carefully protected with Archival Dust Jacket Sleeving, ensuring its preservation for many years to come.
Inside, readers will discover a lively mix of color and black-and-white photographs showcasing the football stars of the time, as well as a variety of articles, stories, and puzzles. These features provide a full picture of the sport as it was experienced and loved by a generation of eager young players and devoted supporters. The 1953 edition stands as both a collector’s item and a vivid snapshot of football’s enduring appeal to youth in the postwar years.
Now protected with Archival Dust Jacket Sleeving
