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For Town and Country - The story of the 12 Ipswich Town players who played for England
PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 2024

For Town and Country - The story of the 12 Ipswich Town players who played for England

Regular price £14.99
The Story of Ipswich Town's England Internationals
Certain clubs have made significant contributions to English football history, despite their relatively small size. Karl Fuller's "For Town and Country" illuminates one such story, chronicling how Ipswich Town, a club from a modest Suffolk market town, produced twelve England internationals across four decades.
Fuller, a lifelong Ipswich supporter whose first match coincided with Arnold Muhren's debut, brings both passionate insight and journalistic rigour to this project. His extensive background in football writing, from local match programs to regional newspapers, has honed the skills needed to tackle such a comprehensive historical account.
The book's timing feels particularly poignant, arriving as Ipswich Town returns to the Premier League in 2024, reminding us of the club's rich heritage of producing top-tier talent. Fuller's examination of 108 England matches featuring Ipswich players offers a fascinating lens through which to view both club and country's intertwined fortunes.
What makes this work particularly valuable is its meticulous attention to detail. Each international appearance is carefully documented, from Ray Crawford's debut in 1961 to Richard Wright's final cap in 2000. Fuller goes beyond mere match reports, weaving in contextual details about the players' teammates and the significance of each fixture.
The list of players showcased is a veritable encyclopaedia of English football history. Terry Butcher's warrior-like performances, Mick Mills' steady leadership, and Paul Mariner's goal-scoring prowess are all explored in depth. The inclusion of Kevin Beattie, often cited as Ipswich's greatest-ever player, adds particular poignancy to the narrative.
Fuller's method carefully balances statistical documentation and storytelling. While the book serves as an excellent reference work perfect for settling pub debates about specific England matches, it's the human stories that truly engage. The pride of representing both town and country, the pressure of international football, and the journey from Suffolk to the world stage are all thoughtfully explored. 
The author's personal connection to the club enriches rather than compromises the work's objectivity. His years of experience covering Ipswich Town, combined with his previous books on the club's history, provide valuable context for understanding how these twelve players fit into the broader narrative of both Ipswich Town and English football.
Particularly fascinating is the book's exploration of how a relatively small club produced not only twelve England internationals but also two of England's most successful managers, Sir Alf Ramsey and Sir Bobby Robson. This extraordinary achievement speaks to something special in Ipswich's DNA: a talent for nurturing and developing players capable of performing at the highest level. 
The book's structure, which arranges matches chronologically and provides detailed context for each era, ensures accessibility for both avid readers and casual readers. Fuller's attention to "notable facts" from each game adds depth and colour to the statistical record.
One minor critique might be that readers unfamiliar with Ipswich Town's history might benefit from more background context about the club's overall journey during these decades. However, this is a minor quibble in what is otherwise thoroughly researched and well executed work.
"For Town and Country" serves multiple audiences effectively: it's both a valuable historical record and an engaging narrative about how a provincial club came to play such a significant role in the national team's story. For Ipswich fans, it's essential reading. For students of English football history, it offers unique insights into how international careers were forged in the pre-Premier League era.
Soccerbooks synopsis:
Fuller's book serves as a timely reminder of Ipswich Town's significant contribution to English football as the club transitions back to the top flight. The book is a testament to the author's dedication and the remarkable achievements of twelve players who demonstrated that the journey from Portman Road to England glory was indeed a well-travelled one. 
ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 48 
Published: November 1, 2024
Price: £14.99
Paperback: 192 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1780916637
Dimensions: 289 x 234 (mm)
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The Story of Ipswich Town's England Internationals
Certain clubs have made significant contributions to English football history, despite their relatively small size. Karl Fuller's "For Town and Country" illuminates one such story, chronicling how Ipswich Town, a club from a modest Suffolk market town, produced twelve England internationals across four decades.
Fuller, a lifelong Ipswich supporter whose first match coincided with Arnold Muhren's debut, brings both passionate insight and journalistic rigour to this project. His extensive background in football writing, from local match programs to regional newspapers, has honed the skills needed to tackle such a comprehensive historical account.
The book's timing feels particularly poignant, arriving as Ipswich Town returns to the Premier League in 2024, reminding us of the club's rich heritage of producing top-tier talent. Fuller's examination of 108 England matches featuring Ipswich players offers a fascinating lens through which to view both club and country's intertwined fortunes.
What makes this work particularly valuable is its meticulous attention to detail. Each international appearance is carefully documented, from Ray Crawford's debut in 1961 to Richard Wright's final cap in 2000. Fuller goes beyond mere match reports, weaving in contextual details about the players' teammates and the significance of each fixture.
The list of players showcased is a veritable encyclopaedia of English football history. Terry Butcher's warrior-like performances, Mick Mills' steady leadership, and Paul Mariner's goal-scoring prowess are all explored in depth. The inclusion of Kevin Beattie, often cited as Ipswich's greatest-ever player, adds particular poignancy to the narrative.
Fuller's method carefully balances statistical documentation and storytelling. While the book serves as an excellent reference work perfect for settling pub debates about specific England matches, it's the human stories that truly engage. The pride of representing both town and country, the pressure of international football, and the journey from Suffolk to the world stage are all thoughtfully explored. 
The author's personal connection to the club enriches rather than compromises the work's objectivity. His years of experience covering Ipswich Town, combined with his previous books on the club's history, provide valuable context for understanding how these twelve players fit into the broader narrative of both Ipswich Town and English football.
Particularly fascinating is the book's exploration of how a relatively small club produced not only twelve England internationals but also two of England's most successful managers, Sir Alf Ramsey and Sir Bobby Robson. This extraordinary achievement speaks to something special in Ipswich's DNA: a talent for nurturing and developing players capable of performing at the highest level. 
The book's structure, which arranges matches chronologically and provides detailed context for each era, ensures accessibility for both avid readers and casual readers. Fuller's attention to "notable facts" from each game adds depth and colour to the statistical record.
One minor critique might be that readers unfamiliar with Ipswich Town's history might benefit from more background context about the club's overall journey during these decades. However, this is a minor quibble in what is otherwise thoroughly researched and well executed work.
"For Town and Country" serves multiple audiences effectively: it's both a valuable historical record and an engaging narrative about how a provincial club came to play such a significant role in the national team's story. For Ipswich fans, it's essential reading. For students of English football history, it offers unique insights into how international careers were forged in the pre-Premier League era.
Soccerbooks synopsis:
Fuller's book serves as a timely reminder of Ipswich Town's significant contribution to English football as the club transitions back to the top flight. The book is a testament to the author's dedication and the remarkable achievements of twelve players who demonstrated that the journey from Portman Road to England glory was indeed a well-travelled one. 
ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 48 
Published: November 1, 2024
Price: £14.99
Paperback: 192 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1780916637
Dimensions: 289 x 234 (mm)

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