Our Stories: 75 Years of the NHS from the People Who Built It, Lived It and Love It

This landmark publication tells the rich history of the NHS through the ordinary people who have experienced it since 1948, from Joan Meredith to Jonathan Blake and Klarissa Velasco. It is a heart-warming account of an amazing institution.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2023
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group

A captivating and poignant anthology, this landmark publication unveils, for the very first time, the profound and enduring history of the National Health Service (NHS) through the extraordinary lives of the ordinary individuals who have been touched by it.

Founded upon the noble principle of delivering healthcare to all, regardless of their socioeconomic status, the NHS has been an integral part of our daily existence since its inception in 1948.

From the unwavering determination of Joan Meredith, who bravely stood on street corners during the icy winter months to advocate for a new healthcare system, to the pioneering patients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, such as Jonathan Blake and Klarissa Velasco, who provided solace and comfort to those grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, Our Stories chronicles the remarkable journey of our esteemed health service from its inception to the present day.

This captivating book weaves together a tapestry of stories from every facet of life, offering a poignant and heartfelt account of the remarkable history of our world-leading health service through the voices of the patients, nurses, doctors, porters, and ordinary people who have tirelessly shaped it into the beating heart of our nation. It is a testament to the awe-inspiring institution that is the NHS.

Weight: 768g
Dimension: 162 x 242 x 43 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781802793468