Spalding in the 50's and 60's (Paperback)

"Spalding in the 50's" is an evocative collection of images selected from the archives of the East Midlands Newspapers. This pictorial history of the town in the 1950s will inspire many memories for locals and visitors alike. The 1950s heralded a time of rebuilding after the hardship of the war years. It was a decade that witnessed the end of the war-time rationing and the emergence of Rock 'n Roll onto the music scene. The Swinging Sixties became known as a decade of vivacity and choice. The street scenes in these decades show familiar Spalding landmarks as well as buildings and places that are no longer there. As the town has grown, much of the local rural life has also changed. Each image encapsulates the era and is reminiscent of a way of life now past but not forgotten. "Spalding in the 50's" is a unique collection of nostalgic images illustrating the dramatic changes the town has undergone throughout the decades. Whether you have lived in the Spalding area, or are visiting, this book will present interesting views on a bygone era in this vibrant town.