Description
Step back in time with 'Growing Up in Adelaide in the 1950s,' a captivating memoir that transports readers to a simpler era. This beautifully crafted book, published by The GHR Press in 2013, is a heartfelt collection of 13 nostalgic contributions edited by Susan Blackburn, offering a window into the joys and challenges of childhood in suburban Adelaide. As you delve into the pages, you'll discover stories filled with innocence, sunlight, and the warmth of community bonding. Each contributor reflects on their experiences, evoking a sense of belonging and the bittersweet memories of growing up during a time marked by isolation and blissful ignorance of global events. From the carefree days of play to the looming fears of polio and social neglect, this book seamlessly captures the essence of 1950s childhood. Perfect for those interested in Australian history, nostalgic memoirs, or anyone longing to reminisce about the golden years of childhood. Enjoy the rich tapestry of memories that will resonate with readers of all ages. Order your copy today and relive the charm of a bygone era. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780868069302.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780868069302
Year: 2013
Publisher: The GHR Press
Description:
'Growing up in the fifties was a time of isolation and innocence. We didn't know what was going on in the rest of the world. We could only compare ourselves with those around us.'
So writes Max Lees in his reminiscence, 'Freedom', one of the 13 contributions to this delightful evocation of childhood edited by Susan Blackburn. An associate professor at Monash University and a specialist in Southeast Asian politics who grew up in suburban Adelaide, Blackburn asked friends and acquaintances to join her in trying to recreate the experience of childhood in that place in that time. Most of the memories in this book are of happy, sunlit childhoods, but there are shadows too. Polio was a constant fear and unwanted children were often neglected in orphanages. On the whole, though, the experiences of the contributors were positive and they look back on the fifties with enjoyment, inviting us into their childhood and teenage worlds.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780868069302
Year: 2013
Publisher: The GHR Press
Description:
'Growing up in the fifties was a time of isolation and innocence. We didn't know what was going on in the rest of the world. We could only compare ourselves with those around us.'
So writes Max Lees in his reminiscence, 'Freedom', one of the 13 contributions to this delightful evocation of childhood edited by Susan Blackburn. An associate professor at Monash University and a specialist in Southeast Asian politics who grew up in suburban Adelaide, Blackburn asked friends and acquaintances to join her in trying to recreate the experience of childhood in that place in that time. Most of the memories in this book are of happy, sunlit childhoods, but there are shadows too. Polio was a constant fear and unwanted children were often neglected in orphanages. On the whole, though, the experiences of the contributors were positive and they look back on the fifties with enjoyment, inviting us into their childhood and teenage worlds.