Stephen F Kelly
Recollections of the 1950s: Home, Family and New Horizons
Recollections of the 1950s: Home, Family and New Horizons
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In the 1950s, Britain experienced a significant shift in lifestyles, with employment levels rising, white consumer goods appearing, television replacing the radio, rock 'n roll being born, the National Health Service providing free healthcare, families going on holiday, and the new Queen being crowned. Recollections of the 1950s will appeal to all who grew up in this post-war decade, with chapters on schooldays, television, radio, trips to the seaside, music, and fashion.
Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: The History Press Ltd
The 1950s were a transformative decade in British society, marked by significant changes in the lifestyles of many individuals. Employment levels reached unprecedented heights, white consumer goods made their debut in shop windows, television replaced radio as the primary source of entertainment in many homes, rock 'n roll emerged as a popular genre, the National Health Service was established to provide free healthcare to the nation, families embarked on holiday trips, and a new Queen was crowned, ushering in a glorious new Elizabethan age.
To capture the essence of this era, Recollections of the 1950s features captivating interviews with prominent figures such as former Labour leader Lord Neil Kinnock, legendary footballers Bobby Charlton, Wilf McGuinness, and Terry Venables. These individuals share their personal experiences and memories, providing a firsthand account of the events and trends that shaped this remarkable decade.
The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of life in the 1950s. These chapters include reminisces about school days, the impact of television and radio on popular culture, memorable seaside trips, the music that defined the era, and the fashion trends that set the stage. Each chapter is filled with vivid descriptions and anecdotes that will transport readers back to this exciting time.
Whether you grew up in the 1950s or are simply interested in learning more about this fascinating period, Recollections of the 1950s is a must-read. It offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people and the significant events that shaped their world, reminding us of the rich history and cultural significance of this era.
Weight: 350g
Dimension: 200 x 130 x 2 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803993775
Edition number: New ed
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