Arsenal: Extraordinary Images of an Astonishing Club

This is the first attempt to tell the story of Arsenal Football Club’s 121-year history through the largest and most iconic photograph of Arsenal ever published.

From the early days at Woolwich and Plumstead, through the heady successes of Herbert Chapman and George Allison, to the colorful 1980s and the blockbuster era of Arsene Wenger, these images capture the emotions, the stories, the faces, the fans and the day-to-day existence of this incredible club. Rarely seen photography provides an alternate view of many of the key events in the Club’s history and shows you sides of the Club you never knew existed.

Rebels for a Cause: Arsenal FC’s alternate history

Rebels for the Cause will surprise all Arsenal fans by revealing just how much more there was to discover about the club.

Jon Spurling has written a book that entertains and informs. Beginning with the founding fathers of Arsenal, each chapter carefully brings together the facts and faces throughout the club’s history, cleverly exploring its most colorful characters while subtly detailing the club’s context and football’s changing place in society.

A thought-provoking and sometimes shocking smile is never far from the reader’s face. It also exposes the roots of resentment for the club both in the media and among other football fans.

For Arsenal fans this is simply a must read. For the rest, you hardly need any more justification for finding fault with the red and white half of North London.

The Official Illustrated History of Arsenal 1886-2007

This Official History traces the history of Arsenal from its inception in 1886 to its first full season at the impressive Emirates Stadium.

It details how Dial Square became Woolwich Arsenal, the move to Highbury, the inspiring leadership of Herbert Chapman, the famous Double of 1971, the thrilling title run of 1989, the second Double of 1998, the unbeaten season of 2003/04 and the move to their current home.

There’s a comprehensive statistical record of domestic and European matches and detailed articles on North London derbies, the stars of the 1930s, Arsenal internationals, the 1971 team and the modern French connection.

The Official Annual of Arsenal 2008

Every Arsenal fan will find something to celebrate in “The Official Arsenal FC Annual 2008”. For Arsenal, 2007 promises to be another monumental year, with the move to the Emirates Stadium completed, the Gunners doing well in the Champions League, chasing Manchester United and Chelsea in the Premiership and reaching the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup.

In addition to off-field events with new signings and the departure of old friends, the 2007-08 season is sure to be full of excitement and interest. In addition to a 2006-07 review, there are player profiles and interviews, reviews, reports, fun, games, puzzles – in fact, everything a Junior Gunner could want in 64 pages!

History of the Arsenal stadium

In May 2006, Arsenal played their last game at Highbury before moving to the new, modern Emirates Stadium. It was an emotional farewell to a ground that had witnessed some incredible matches and that Arsenal supporters had come to love as their second home.

Relive those Highbury memories in this lavishly illustrated book tracing the history of the stadium from the move to North London, the construction of the stands and Chapman’s many innovations. Bring to life stories from World War II and the 1950s, when the team won again. Reacquaint yourself with the characters who bought the first double from Highbury in 1971; the ’89 celebrations; the success of the Wenger revolution and the final season on this unique course.

Features rare and previously unpublished photographs; exclusive interviews with current and former players; key staff members and fans; and full statistics for every match in Highbury’s history.