Stephen Butt
Leicester in the 1960s: Ten Years that Changed a City
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445640570
- author:
- Stephen Butt
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 0.6 x 17.1 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Edwardian and Early 20th Century 1901-1913
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Leicester in the 1960s: Ten Years that Changed a City The 1960s was a transformative decade for Leicester and its people. Social and economic change swept through the city, influencing music, fashion, media, and daily life. The rise of motor vehicles led to the closure of railway stations, while colour television became available and pirate radio stations were shut down. As attitudes changed, so did social norms. Parents clashed with children, teachers with pupils, as hemlines rose dramatically in Leicester's textile industry. Meanwhile, teenagers danced at Il Rondo to popular bands like The Who and Fleetwood Mac, and swooned to The Beatles at the De Montfort Hall. This book explores the excitement and vibrancy of the 'Swinging Sixties', while also examining the underlying economic and social problems that existed alongside it. Stephen Butt charts this pivotal decade in Leicester's history, revealing a complex and dynamic period that continues to shape the city today.
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