Now That's What I Call Bournemouth (Paperback)

John Needham

ISBN 10: 1398110396 / ISBN 13: 9781398110397

Published by Amberley Publishing, Chalford, 2023

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Paperback. The sixties, seventies and eighties were decades of great change. Many towns and cities were redeveloped with projects that dramatically affected the character of the place. Peoples shopping habits were altered as supermarkets took over from traditional stores and corner shops. Leisure habits were changing too, as cheap air travel led to the arrival of the foreign package holiday and a new range of leisure facilities were developed at home. Fashions, as ever, were changing in this period, reflecting radical changes in society and the ways in which we viewed ourselves. Transport also evolved, with a move away from the railway and buses, creating a strain on the roads leading to new road schemes.These changes in peoples habits and lifestyles were keenly felt in Bournemouth on the south coast of England. As the town grew in size, the traditional seaside resort also became a conference centre. Areas of the town and landmarks were redeveloped, sometimes controversially, and the towns service and financial industries expanded alongside the wide range of cultural activities on offer. Local author John Needham recaptures it all in this fascinating portrayal of the town and its people over the course of these most nostalgic decades. Explore this fascinating pictorial history of Bournemouth through the sixties, seventies and eighties. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Now That's What I Call Bournemouth (Paperback)
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing, Chalford
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1398110396
• ISBN 13: 9781398110397
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

•  The latest title in Amberley's exciting new series of nostalgic images
• Author available for book signings
• Potential reviews in local press and media 

About the Author

John Needham was born and raised in Bournemouth, where he lives with his wife and daughter. He left school in 1977 to start work at Plessey’s (later Siemens) in the drawing office. His career has taken him to many places around the world. John started his writing career in 2009, culminating in publishing several books on the history of Bournemouth, which included his first novel, ‘A Smugglers Tale’ (2017) and 'Lost Bournemouth' for Amberley Publishing.