Jon Spurling Knihy

Get It On is a book about 1970s football and some of its prime movers and shakers, cult figures and accidental heroes.

From Herbert Chapman to Arsène Wenger, this is the definitive history of Arsenal's time at the famous Highbury stadium. After several years of sitting in Highbury's local pubs and cafés with a Dictaphone, Jon Spurling has pooled hours of interviews with fans, programme sellers, local publicans and even those who dug the foundations of the Laundry End (and later cleared rubbish from its terraces) to meticulously construct the biography of the ground and chart the ups and downs of one of England's greatest league clubs. Spurling has also spoken to numerous players: the late greats of yesteryear (Ted Drake, George Male and Reg Lewis), as well as legends of a more recent vintage - from Bob Wilson, Charlie George and Malcolm MacDonald to Anders Limpar and various legends of the Wenger era, including Patrick Vieira. Written in the year that Arsenal moved to the Emirates, Jon Spurling has produced the definitive account of the club's 93 years at Highbury.

Drawing from the memories of influential footballers and managers, this sequel offers a deep dive into the decade's football landscape. It intertwines personal anecdotes with broader historical, political, and cultural themes, providing readers with a rich understanding of the game's evolution and its impact on society. The narrative not only recounts thrilling football stories but also contextualizes them within the era's significant events, making it a compelling read for sports enthusiasts and history buffs alike.