Tales from a Midwife: True Stories of the East End in the 1950s

Tales from a Midwife: True Stories of the East End in the 1950s

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Tales from a Midwife: True Stories of the East End in the 1950s

London's East End in the 1950s was a unique place: the struggles of post-war life - bombsites, overcrowded tenements, crime, brothels - bred a culture of tight-knit family communities, larger-than-life characters, and a lively social scene. It was into this world that Jennifer Worth entered as a trainee midwife. But docklands' life was tough, and babies were often born in slum conditions. In funny, disturbing and heartbreaking stories, Jennifer Worth recounts her time among nuns, prostitutes, abortionists, bigamists, gangsters and expectant mothers, portraying East Enders' amazing resilience - and their warmth and humour in the face of hardship. Written with affection and nostalgia, TALES FROM A MIDWIFE chronicles the lives, traditions and tales of a bygone era.

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Country
USA
Brand
Phoenix
Manufacturer
Phoenix
Binding
Paperback
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1
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9780753828694