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Delve into the rich tapestry of Arsenal Football Club's history with "Arsenal: The Story of a Football Club in 101 Lives" by Anton Rippon. This compelling paperback tells the story of the Gunners through the remarkable biographies of key figures who shaped the club from its inception in Victorian Britain to its modern-day success. With 232 pages filled with engaging narratives, you'll explore the lives of iconic players, visionary managers, and influential chairmen who have left lasting legacies at one of the world's most beloved football clubs.
Discover how Arsenal emerged from humble beginnings at Dial Square, where David Danskin, a Scottish footballer and engineer, helped turn a workshop team into a footballing powerhouse. Journey through the decades as you learn about Arsčne Wenger, the club's longest-serving and most successful manager, and witness the evolution of football from a recreational pastime to a global phenomenon with immense financial stakes.
This beautifully illustrated edition includes 32 black-and-white illustrations that bring the stories to life, offering a visual feast for fans and historians alike. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a newcomer to the history of football, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Experience the glory, the challenges, and the unforgettable moments that define Arsenal Football Club. Perfect as a gift for sports enthusiasts.
Order now to secure your copy and immerse yourself in the legacy of Arsenal! Delivery information: Available for prompt shipping worldwide.
By Rippon, Anton
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages 232
Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd
ARSENAL: THE STORY OF A FOOTBALL CLUB IN 101 LIVES tells the history of the Gunners through the biographies of key individuals associated with the club from its formation in the gas-lit days of Victorian Britain through to the present day. From David Danskin, the Scottish mechanical engineer and footballer who was the driving force behind the team raised at Dial Square, a workshop at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, to Arsene Wenger, the longest-serving and most successful manager in Arsenal's history. The in-depth stories of the characters - players, managers, chairmen - here paint a fascinating picture of how the club - indeed, the game of football itself - has developed from workers playing for fun to today's multi-million-pound business. AUTHOR: Anton Rippon is an award-winning newspaper columnist, journalist and author of over 30 sports books including Gas Masks for Goalposts: Football in Britain During the Second World War and Hitler's Olympics: The Story of the 1936 Nazi Games. A former Sunday Telegraph football writer, his sports features appeared in The Times, The Independent, The Guardian, and FourFourTwo magazine. Rippon was named Newspaper Columnist of the Year in the 2017 Midlands Media Awards. 32 b/w illustrations
Discover how Arsenal emerged from humble beginnings at Dial Square, where David Danskin, a Scottish footballer and engineer, helped turn a workshop team into a footballing powerhouse. Journey through the decades as you learn about Arsčne Wenger, the club's longest-serving and most successful manager, and witness the evolution of football from a recreational pastime to a global phenomenon with immense financial stakes.
This beautifully illustrated edition includes 32 black-and-white illustrations that bring the stories to life, offering a visual feast for fans and historians alike. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a newcomer to the history of football, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Experience the glory, the challenges, and the unforgettable moments that define Arsenal Football Club. Perfect as a gift for sports enthusiasts.
Order now to secure your copy and immerse yourself in the legacy of Arsenal! Delivery information: Available for prompt shipping worldwide.
By Rippon, Anton
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages 232
Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd
ARSENAL: THE STORY OF A FOOTBALL CLUB IN 101 LIVES tells the history of the Gunners through the biographies of key individuals associated with the club from its formation in the gas-lit days of Victorian Britain through to the present day. From David Danskin, the Scottish mechanical engineer and footballer who was the driving force behind the team raised at Dial Square, a workshop at the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, to Arsene Wenger, the longest-serving and most successful manager in Arsenal's history. The in-depth stories of the characters - players, managers, chairmen - here paint a fascinating picture of how the club - indeed, the game of football itself - has developed from workers playing for fun to today's multi-million-pound business. AUTHOR: Anton Rippon is an award-winning newspaper columnist, journalist and author of over 30 sports books including Gas Masks for Goalposts: Football in Britain During the Second World War and Hitler's Olympics: The Story of the 1936 Nazi Games. A former Sunday Telegraph football writer, his sports features appeared in The Times, The Independent, The Guardian, and FourFourTwo magazine. Rippon was named Newspaper Columnist of the Year in the 2017 Midlands Media Awards. 32 b/w illustrations