Product Description

In May 2006 Arsenal played its last game at Highbury before moving to the new state-of-the-art Emirates Stadium. It was an emotional farewell to a ground that had witnessed some incredible games and which Arsenal fans had come to love as their second home. Relive those Highbury memories in this lavishly illustrated book that charts the stadium's story from the move to North London, the building of the stands and Chapman's many innovations. It brings to life the stories from the Second World War and the fifties when the team returned to winning ways. Reacquaint yourself with the characters that bought the first double to Highbury in 1971; the celebrations in' 89; the success of the Wenger revolution and the final season at this unique ground. It features rare and previously unpublished photography; exclusive interviews with ex- and current players; key members of staff and fans; and full statistics of every match in Highbury's history.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #118753 in Books
• Published on: 2006-10-15
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 256 pages

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"It is without a doubt one of the best illustrated books on the
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Customer Reviews

Fantastic book
Fantastic book. If you are a Gunners fan then you'll just love Larry Dilworth and the Legends of Football. It has a fantastic chapter on Highbury as well as brillant storylines of Arsenal matches.

There are also fabulous illustrations of Herbert Chapman, Cliff Bastin, Alex James, Ted Drake and Liam Brady ETC.

A Interesting Insight.....
to the times and history of Arsenal at the famous Arsenal Stadium (Highbury).

One that you can put down for a while and pick up later at ease due to the layout, worth a read for the non arsenal fan interested in stadium history and I suppose its a must for the arsenal fan.

4/5.