by JonSpurling (Author)
Kicking off with the story of the original 'soccer czar', Sir Henry Norris, who bulldozed through opposition on many levels to move Woolwich Arsenal to north London (and probably taught many subsequent chairman everything they knew on that score), Jon Spurling's all-encompassing history of Arsenal's time at Highbury features testimony from everyone: from the peanut sellers, turnstile operators, local publicans and fans, through to the likes of Bob Wilson, Liam Brady, George Graham and Lee Dixon. This is a warts-and-all look at the last century in the club's history, telling the story of local opposition to the club's move (1913), through the construction of the impressive art deco East and West stands in the thirties, the assembling of the various title-winning sides and culminating in the story of local opposition to the club's move (2004). Having written three previous titles on Arsenal's history, Jon Spurling is well placed to produce this definitive volume.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 368
Edition: New e.
Publisher: Orion
Published: 01 Mar 2007
ISBN 10: 0752876392
ISBN 13: 9780752876399
Book Overview: New material for the paperback edition. Arsenal have been at Highbury since 1913; at the beginning of the 2006-07 season they moved to Ashburton Grove. Huge media coverage surrounds Arsenal - the club only had to announce they were changing their strip to all claret (to reflect their first season at their present home) and all national newspapers devoted an entire news story to the piece. 'This is an admirable volume that I'm certain will endure the test of time and should stand as a very worthy historical record' Arsenal World. 'This is the second of at least three homages to Highbury, but others will do well to match this one - the culmination of 15 years toil - not just for the depth of research, but for its wit and vibrancy ... compelling ... A terrific read and a worthy tribute' Four Four Two.
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