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Book SynopsisEngland and the 1966 World Cup presents a cultural analysis of what is considered a key 'moment of modernity' in the nation's post-war history. Regarded as having an importance beyond its primary sporting purpose, the World Cup in England is examined within the complexity of the cultural, social and political changes that characterised th
Table of Contents1. This is England '66: an introduction
2. The Cup tradition and England 1966
3. When football first came home: the World Cup in England
4. Alf Ramsey and the importance of being earnest: masculinity, modernity and the 1966 World Cup squad
5. Wingless wondering: modernism and the Ramsey 'system'
6. 'Out of time': the World Cup and 1960s culture
7. 'Tomorrow never knows': the mythology of England's World Cup victory
8. 'An unforgettable day': memories of England's World Cup victory
9. That was the World Cup that was
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