Revie - Nixon
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"Both were scarred by defeat and disappointment, both were obsessed by the fear of failure; both distrusted the press and surrounded themselves with a small group of loyalists. They remained difficult men to love." In episode Eighteen we look back to Dominic Sandbrook's 'Revie-Nixon' from Issue One, in which he examines the parallels between the US politician and the England and Leeds United manager. From their upbringings to their carfeer trajectories, to the ultimate downfalls and ignominious exists that defined their careers, there's a lot more in common between the two men than you might think at first glance. If you have any feedback comments or suggestions email [email protected] or find us on Twitter @blzzrd. Dominic Sandbrook is a historian. His most recent book, Seasons in the Sun: The Battle for Britain, 1974-1979, accompanying his BBC2 documentary series on the 1970s, was published by Allen Lane. Twitter: @dcsandbrook Issue One, like all issues of The Blizzard is available on a pay-what-you-like basis from www.theblizzard.co.uk. Digital downloads cost as little as 1p each (RRP £3), while print versions are available from £6 + postage (RRP £12). You can also find us on the Kindle and Google Play stores.
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