Unearthed! Rare Photos
of Forest's Swinging Sixties
In this meticulously researched chronicle of Nottingham Forest's often-overlooked 1960s era, Andrew Simon Dolloway brings to life a pivotal period in the club's history that bridges the gap between their 1959 FA Cup triumph and the legendary Brian Clough years. Published in 2015, this paperback serves as both a historical document and a treasure trove of previously unseen photographs that capture the essence of a transformative decade in English football.
The 1960s were a period of significant change for Forest, marked by managerial transitions from Andy Beattie (1960-1963) to Johnny Carey (1963-1968), and finally Matt Gillies in 1969. Dolloway's narrative weaves through these changes with careful attention to detail, documenting both the triumphs and struggles of a club finding its way in an evolving football landscape. A particular highlight was the club's achievement of setting a new attendance record of 49,946 against Manchester United in Division 1 in 1967, demonstrating the growing popularity of the sport and Forest's significance in the football pyramid.
The book's greatest strength lies in its visual documentation. The high-quality photographs, many previously unpublished, provide an intimate glimpse into the City Ground of the 1960s, the fashion and culture of the era, and the players who wore the Garibaldi red. These images alone make the book an invaluable addition to any Forest supporter's collection.
Danny Taylor, Chief Sports Writer of the Guardian, aptly describes it as "the definitive account of an era in Nottingham Forest's history that should not be forgotten, just because it was in the years B.C. - Before Clough." This endorsement underscores the book's importance in preserving a chapter of Forest's history that risked being overshadowed by the club's later European glory.
What makes Dolloway's work particularly compelling is its focus on a decade that often gets lost in the narrative of Forest's history. While most accounts jump from the FA Cup victory in 1959 to the transformative arrival of Brian Clough in the 1970s, this book gives the 1960s the attention it deserves, highlighting the foundations laid during this period that would later enable the club's remarkable achievements.
For both long-time supporters who lived through the era and younger fans seeking to understand their club's rich history, "The Forgotten Decade" serves as an essential bridge in Forest's historical narrative. Dolloway's attention to detail, comprehensive research, and selection of photographs make this not just a sports book, but a valuable historical document of both Nottingham Forest and English football in the 1960s.
This is more than just a football book; it's a time capsule that captures the essence of a decade when the foundations of modern football were being laid. For anyone interested in Nottingham Forest's history or the evolution of English football in the 1960s, Dolloway's work is an indispensable addition to their library.
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Publisher: Primedia eLaunch LLC
Published: November 22, 2015
Price: £16.99
Hardcover: 252 pages
Lavishly illustrated
ISBN-10: 1944243666
ISBN-13: 978-1944243661
Dimensions: 240 x 161 (mm)
