Communism and Popular Culture in the 20th Century - Volumes
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Material and memorabilia from the theatre scene (i), 1923-1977
In line with another of Montagu's many passions, these items consist of programmes and memorabilia from theatres, both existent and demolished, during the 20th century. Despite theatre being one of the more 'bourgeois' pursuits, it seems as though Montagu could not shake his upper-class upbringing and held a lifelong interest in theatre. This volume documents the impressive array of shows that he attended, from Royal Albert Hall to Shaftsbury Avenue. Read more →
Material and memorabilia from the theatre scene (ii), 1924-1979
In line with another of Montagu's many passions, these items consist of programmes and memorabilia from theatres, both existent and demolished, during the 20th century. Despite theatre being one of the more 'bourgeois' pursuits, it seems as though Montagu could not shake his upper-class upbringing and held a lifelong interest in theatre. This volume documents the impressive array of shows that he attended, from performances by the Classical Theatre of... Read more →
International sporting competitions from East to West, 1936-1965
The items included here predominantly consist of programs for major national and international sporting competitions that took place between 1936 and 1965. This includes programs and souvenirs from the European Athletics Championships, the Asian Games, the 1948 Olympic Games in London and the 1st Czechoslovak Spartakiade in 1955. Other items include a report by the Committee for the Respect of the Olympic Spirit, in French, dated August 1936 and a... Read more →
Sports and politics during the 20th century (i), 1919-1988
Montagu's politics are evident in his sporting interests, as he took a great interest in how South African Apartheid was affecting sport and how sport could possibly be used to combat the Apartheid; his collection of literature reflects this interest. Montagu was a keen supporter of Table Tennis and the first President of the International Table Tennis Federation; as such he took a keen interest in the development of the... Read more →
