Early memories stirred from old photographs. Marjorie brings to life with pictures of a child in war-torn Britain during the 1940s. In her case the home front was working class Yorkshire
Four ladies shaped Marjorie's attitudes and thinking which have stayed with her for the rest of her life. As the book unfolds a picture of working class practices and disciplines prevalent the 1940's
emerge from Marjorie's memories.
Rationing and 'make do and mend' Religious disciplines. Wartime education, play on 'our street'. The book reflects a keen sometimes humorous observation of the behaviour from a child's eye view of an adult's attitude to education, religion and the 1945 general election.
Looking back to eight decades ago reveals how much our lives have changed. We may think we have a better lifestyle here in the 21st century but have we achieved better lives? You decide.
emerge from Marjorie's memories.
Rationing and 'make do and mend' Religious disciplines. Wartime education, play on 'our street'. The book reflects a keen sometimes humorous observation of the behaviour from a child's eye view of an adult's attitude to education, religion and the 1945 general election.
Looking back to eight decades ago reveals how much our lives have changed. We may think we have a better lifestyle here in the 21st century but have we achieved better lives? You decide.