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Surprise yourself as you unlock hundreds of memories of yesteryear. Whether you are looking to write your life story, or simply enjoy reminiscing, you will be amazed at what you remember with the help of this book.

Whilst primarily aimed at those over the age of 50, the techniques employed are applicable to those of all generations, backgrounds and cultures.

In addition to practical pointers and guidance for the would-be writer, dozens of inspiring, heart-warming extracts are included from those who have already written their life stories.

History notes of the years 1930 to 1980 are also provided to jog even more memories - national and international news, music, fashion, sport, film and theatre.

Some of the memories this book will help unleash:

• your mum's 'DIVI' number;
• calling everyone, even close friends and neighbours, by their surname;
• rag rugs on the floor, antimacassars on the backs of armchairs and sticky fly-papers on the ceiling;
• wearing liberty bodices, combinations, long-johns, hats...
• the war years - evacuation, blackouts, the blitz, rationing and ve day;
• washday with the mangle, copper, Reckitt's Blue and Robin Starch;
• radio programmes such as ITMA Round the Horns and Workers' Playtime;
• Alvar Liddell, Anne Shelton and Barry Bucknell.
  

The essential companion for writing your own life story