Neil Fitzsimon
Rebirth of the Blues: The Rise of Chelsea Football Club in the Mid-1980s
Rebirth of the Blues: The Rise of Chelsea Football Club in the Mid-1980s
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Rebirth of the Blues is the third installment in Neil Fitzsimon's acclaimed trilogy on Chelsea FC, covering the 1977 to 1985 era when the club was resurrected under John Neal and achieved new glories. It is also a gripping memoir of a Chelsea fan growing up in the late 1970s to mid-80s, capturing the political unrest of Thatcherite Britain.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 03 April 2023
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
Rebirth of the Blues, the third installment in Neil Fitzsimon's acclaimed trilogy on Chelsea FC, delves into one of the most thrilling periods in the club's history, spanning from 1977 to 1985. During this era, Chelsea narrowly avoided relegation into the Third Division in 1983, only to be resurrected under the management of John Neal, who brought about a new era of glory with the likes of Kerry Dixon, Pat Nevin, and others. The following year, Chelsea stormed the Second Division with their swift and dynamic style of football, reclaiming their place in the top flight as champions.
However, Rebirth of the Blues extends beyond a mere chronicle of football history. It is a captivating memoir of a Chelsea fan growing up in the late 1970s to mid-80s, capturing his experiences amidst the political unrest of Thatcherite Britain, where excess and greed were celebrated as ideals. Fitzsimon fondly recalls his early encounters with girlfriends, the evolving landscape of the music scene, and the joys and challenges of being single and part of the lads' culture.
Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Fitzsimon transports readers back to a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on Chelsea FC's resurgence and the cultural backdrop that shaped it. This book is not only for football enthusiasts but also for anyone who enjoys a well-crafted memoir and a deeper understanding of the social and political dynamics of the 1970s and 1980s.
Weight: 294g
Dimension: 139 x 217 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801503969
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