WorkingClassAutobiography

Molly Keen Childhood Memories (1903-1921): Politics, Protest and Class

Molly Keen does not appear to be a particularly political person herself, however she describes the current social views of the working …

This is part two on the home and family of Norah Elliott. For more of Norah’s home and family, read part one. As …

“The Church of Christ was a haven” For many during the 20th century, religion was a way of life. But, for many …

This is the first instalment of two posts on Norah Elliott’s home and family. If you’re new to the wonderful life of Norah …

‘We were a family of five, but sadly did not live together as a family for very long because of our financial …

Dingle man Matthew Grimes was interviewed by John Berger at Granada Television Studios on 19th July 1963, just months after the first …

“This is the story of my Welsh childhood- shot through with the richness of our community and the jagged edge of poverty and …

‘There was a sense in which autobiographers found themselves unable to write easily about their family life, or felt that they ought …

‘Against the backdrop of the economic depression, socialism exerted a strong influence’ Mary does not write much about the political situation of …

Self-confessed ‘rebel’ Matthew Grimes’ account of his life is fascinating on both a personal and a wider historical level, offering us a …