First published in 1955, "The Boys' Book of Soccer for 1956" stands as a wonderful snapshot of football’s mid-century heyday. This annual, cherished by young supporters of the time, blends practical instruction with the excitement of the sport’s most memorable moments. Budding football fans could find everything from basic skills and tactical advice to profiles of the era’s leading stars within its pages.
Open it up and you’ll discover an inviting selection of photographs—both color and black-and-white—featuring football icons, along with a treasure trove of stories, articles, and puzzles. Together, these elements evoke the energy and enthusiasm that defined the sport for an entire generation coming out of wartime Britain. The 1956 edition is both a collector’s delight and a lively document of just how deeply football resonated with youngsters throughout the 1950s.
This particular copy is exceptionally well-kept for its age. The red cloth boards are clean, the pages remain sharp and unmarked, and the binding is solid. The dust jacket, still bearing the original price tag of 10/6d, has only minor shelf wear and creasing—it’s now wrapped safely in archival-quality protection to ensure it stays in top form.
As was tradition, the 1956 "Boys' Book of Soccer" arrived in bookstores just in time for the holidays, making it a prized Christmas present for anyone dreaming of glory on the pitch. Just to the right of the main cover photo, you’ll see an image of the index, which lays out the year’s contributors and features in detail. Curious about more treasures from this era? Type ‘1956’ into our search bar to browse other titles that capture the spirit of football in the mid-fifties.
Now protected with Archival Dust Jacket Sleeving
