Southend Memoirs - Softcover

Gordon, Dee

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750943696 ISBN 13: 9780750943697

Publisher: The History Press, 2006

Synopsis

Dee Gordon's new book is the unique and fascinating result of many conversations with Southendians, recalling life in their town during the 1950s and '60s. Vivid memories are recounted - focusing particularly on social change. As well as school days, work and play, transport and entertainment, there are also memories of the late '60s clashes between Mods and Rockers, of the infamous Wall of Death at the Kursaal, and of excursions to the longest pier in the world. Anyone who knows Southend, as a resident or as a visitor, will be amused and entertained, surprised and moved by these stories, which capture the unique spirit of Essex's largest town.

About this title

About the Author:

Dee Gordon is passionate about her East End roots and about Southend on Sea, her home for thirty years. Both these passions are highlighted in her books about these areas, and she has been writing full time since selling her London-based recruitment business in 2000. The writing fits round her caring role (she has an adult autistic son who is deaf and has other disabilities) and the many talks she gives in the local community to raise money for local charities

About this edition

• Publisher: The History Press
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0750943696
• ISBN 13: 9780750943697
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 160