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Category Archives: Simon Martin

Desert Island Kicks
History / Simon Martin

Desert Island Kicks

Posted on September 27, 2012 by theibtaurisblog • Leave a comment

Simon Martin, author of Sport Italia, reveals his favourite Italian sporting moments of all time. Continue reading →

National Heroes, Irrational Identities and a Glorious Defeat
History / Simon Martin

National Heroes, Irrational Identities and a Glorious Defeat

Posted on July 24, 2012 by theibtaurisblog • Leave a comment

The incredible story of a former seaman, a piano playing human torpedo and a handkerchief wearing runner at London’s 1908 Olympics. Continue reading →

Sexual Confusion in Mussolini’s Italy
History / Simon Martin

Sexual Confusion in Mussolini’s Italy

Posted on May 8, 2012 by theibtaurisblog • 2 Comments

Alfonsina Strada became the first woman to ride the Giro d’Italia, and in turn a national hero. Continue reading →

Roma Bocciata
Current Affairs / Simon Martin

Roma Bocciata

Posted on February 23, 2012 by theibtaurisblog • 1 Comment

Having scrapped their Olympic bid for 2020, one can only hope Italy’s enthusiasm for belt tightening will now extend to curbing MPs luxurious lifestyles. Continue reading →

Sons of Bitches: Ultras and Maradonapoli
History / Simon Martin

Sons of Bitches: Ultras and Maradonapoli

Posted on January 4, 2012 by theibtaurisblog • 1 Comment

Maradona has always proved a divisive figure, but at Italia ’90 and worshipped by the South, he nearly divided an entire nation. Continue reading →

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