The Football Factory by John King

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The Football Factory

by John King

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“The best book I’ve read about football and working-class culture in Britain in the nineties. Buy, steal or borrow a copy now” ― Irvine Welsh

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The Football Factory by John King

 

“The Football Factory”, written by John King, is a gritty football novel set in London, United Kingdom.

It’s centered on the world of Chelsea FC supporters and the football hooligan culture of the 1980s. The story follows Tommy Johnson, a devoted Chelsea fan, as he navigates loyalty, identity, and belonging amid the matchdays, rivalries, and life on the terraces. Known for its raw, uncompromising style, the novel offers a stark portrayal of English football culture and urban London life, making it a notable pick for readers interested in football fiction, Chelsea FC-related books, and novels set in England.

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  • Title: The Football Factory
  • Author: John King
  • Edition published date: May 20 1997
  • Format: Paperback
  • ISBN 10: 0099731916
  • ISBN: 978-0099731917
  • ASIN:
  • Pages:
  • Language: English
  • Series: n/a

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Location mentioned: Leeds, UK; King’s Cross, London, UK

“We were on our way to King’s Cross to meet Tottenham coming back from Leeds. Saturday night battering yids.”

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About the author

John King is the author of ten novels, including “The Football Factory”, and three novellas – The Beasts Of Brussels, Grand Union and Peekaboo Bosh. The Football Factory has been adapted for the theatre and as a film.

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