Now That's What I Call Newport

The sixties, seventies, and eighties were decades of great change in Newport, with supermarkets taking over from traditional stores, leisure habits changing, fashions changing, and transport evolving. Jan Preece's portrayal of the city and its people captures this nostalgia.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2019
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

The 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s were decades of immense transformation. Numerous towns and cities underwent significant redevelopment, resulting in profound changes to their local character. The shopping habits of people underwent a significant shift as supermarkets replaced traditional stores and corner shops. Moreover, leisure activities also experienced a notable transformation, with the advent of affordable air travel leading to the popularity of foreign package holidays and the development of new leisure facilities within homes. Fashions, as ever, reflected the radical shifts in society and the way individuals viewed themselves. Furthermore, transportation underwent a significant transformation, with a shift away from railways and buses, resulting in increased traffic congestion on the roads. This led to the implementation of new road schemes to alleviate the strain. These changes in people's habits and lifestyles were particularly evident in Newport, as the city's traditional industries, centered around its docks, declined. Much of the old dock area, including homes, has been demolished in recent regeneration efforts. However, local author Jan Preece has captured the essence of these nostalgic decades in her captivating portrayal of the city and its inhabitants.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 230 x 134 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445686493