Problem starting my 91 honda civic

I just bought a 91 honda civic used....three days ago. Today I get in to start it and just a click. Either push the clutch in again and it starts or turn the key while messing with the clutch. When it does start it is strong no lagging. What is this? Please help!!!
Any help would be appreciated-

there is a neutral saftely switch that must be buggered up