Hopkins, Billy
Going Places
- ISBN 13:
- 9780755343218
- author:
- Hopkins, Billy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Headline
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 131mm X 197mm
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Billy Hopkins' memoir of his family's journey to Kenya in 1950 is a fascinating account of one man's desire for adventure and his family's response. After settling into a modest life in post-war Manchester, Billy spots an opportunity to work as an Education Officer in Kenya and sets off on a new chapter with his wife Laura and their young children. The story follows the Hopkins family as they navigate the challenges of building a new life in Nairobi, from the excitement of starting a new job to the difficulties of adjusting to a new culture. With its blend of personal anecdotes and historical context, this memoir offers a unique glimpse into one man's experiences during a pivotal moment in history. Through Billy Hopkins' story, we see how one family's decision to take a chance on a new adventure had far-reaching consequences for their lives and the world around them.
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