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Chelsea Grit: A History of Chelsea Football Club 1911-2011 by Australian writer Col Counsell charts a full century of triumphs, setbacks and colourful characters that shaped the Blues. This hefty 363-page hardcover blends biography, local history and sports journalism to give supporters a panoramic, decade-by-decade view of Stamford Bridge life.
Packed with rare photographs and match-day memorabilia, the illustrated volume captures iconic managers, legendary players and pivotal fixtures without drifting into match-report overload. Fans looking for a readable, well-researched Chelsea reference will appreciate the clean design and narrative flow.
The book itself is in very good second-hand shape: pages are crisp, unmarked and tightly bound, while the laminated boards show only light shelf scuffing and minor edge dents. No inscriptions, ex-library stamps or dog-eared corners—just a solid shelf-ready edition ready for display.
Ideal for young adults and grown-up collectors of football histories, this standalone title offers an accessible entry point into Chelsea lore without the premium price of a new release. Secure a piece of London football heritage and enjoy a nostalgic journey through a hundred years of blue pride.