South London Speaks: Sayings, Slang & Expressions from 1950-1980

By Stephen P Daly

SOUTH LONDON SPEAKS: SAYINGS, SLANG & EXPRESSIONS FROM 1950-1980

Step back in time with this authentic and richly detailed collection of sayings, slang, expressions and local lingo from South London between 1950-1980.

Whether you re a linguist, a historian, a writer, or simply a lover of London culture, South London Speaks offers a vivid glimpse into the everyday language that defined a generation.

Drawn from real conversations, street talk and cultural memory, this book captures the humour, grit, and the heart of post-war South London. Perfect for anyone interested in British social history, dialects, or the evolution of urban speech.

From cheeky banter to gritty pearls of wisdom, this book is a time capsule of voices you won t find in textbooks.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F8BPWRNT
• ISBN13: 9798281578684
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.0" x 8.0"