Rosa Bell (b.1902): Habits and Beliefs – Part 1: Entertainment
From the 1870s onwards, working-class society saw a rise in the production and availability of mass entertainment. Organised sports and clubs to …
From the 1870s onwards, working-class society saw a rise in the production and availability of mass entertainment. Organised sports and clubs to …
Margaret Watson’s memoir mainly focuses on the importance of friendships, close neighbours, and family life. The overwhelming message of Margaret’s writing is …
‘Dad said you did not need to go for a holiday elsewhere when you lived in Southend, and it suited us.’ (Pg. …
‘It was mere accident that led my parents to attend the United Methodist Free Church in Russell Street. That church, or rather …
Now that I have discussed the habits and beliefs of children as documented by Bessie Wallis I will now focus on the …
Due to the nature of the councillors who dictated whether Jarrow School would be allowed to wither or flourish, one constant theme …
‘meetings were very democratic, according to Stinks’ rules and each member gave his report on suspected spies in the area’ (58). During …
Letitia Simpson’s memoir is full of detailed descriptions of recreation and religion. She writes frequently of holidays both abroad and at the …
Letitia’s memoir features various accounts of holidays and recreation, not just involving Letitia herself, but the rest of her family and household. …