South Shields in the 1950s: Ten Years that Changed a Town

By Eileen Burnett

Book Overview

Relive the transformative decade of the 1950s in South Shields. Eileen Burnett captures the spirit of a community rebuilding after World War II, embracing new opportunities and cultural shifts.

Explore the rise of new housing estates and factories, signaling increased prosperity. Discover the vibrant social scene, with young people enjoying rock 'n' roll and late nights in the town's new nightclubs. Through evocative images and engaging stories, South Shields in the 1950s offers a nostalgic journey into a time of hope and progress. Perfect for those interested in local history and post-war Britain.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1445651823
• ISBN13: 9781445651828
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.5" x 0.3" x 9.2"