The Unsung Sixties
The Unsung Sixties by Helene Curtis, published by Whiting & Birch Ltd in April 2004, is a comprehensive exploration of the emergence of social organizations in 1960s England. This 416-page work delves into the political and economic challenges that spurred the creation of various community institutions, providing a vivid account of the experiences of those involved in these formative efforts.
Readers will find a collection of narratives from thirty-eight key figures who played significant roles during this period, including founders of notable organizations such as Shelter and the Claimants Union. The book presents a detailed examination of the struggles and successes faced by these groups, illustrating how they became integral to the social landscape of Great Britain. Through firsthand accounts, The Unsung Sixties highlights the evolution of social service and the impact of grassroots movements on contemporary society.
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About the Author Helene Curtiss and Mimi Sanderson have substantial experience in social research, development, and administration in the voluntary sector, dating back to the 1960s. Product Description This work captures the rapid growth of social organizations in 1960s England, vividly detailing what if felt like to be there at the beginning of a social organization and the dire political and economic circumstances that prompted their creation. Collecting stories from the inspired groups that created many of modern-day England’s most prominent community institutions, this book conveys the struggles and success of these groups, explaining how, in time, many came to be excepted and relied-upon aspects of the English social fabric. Thirty-eight important figures from this tumultuous time in British history are interviewed, including the founders of groups like Shelter, the Claimants Union, and the North Kensington Law Centre.
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