Bristol a Portrait 1970-82
Bristol a Portrait 1970-82 by Stephen Dowle, published by Amberley Publishing in 2016, presents a visual exploration of the author’s home city through over 100 photographs taken during the 1970s and early 1980s. This UK edition, comprising 128 pages, captures the lives of Bristol’s inhabitants and the atmospheric scenes that reflect a time of significant change in the city.
Readers will find a collection of evocative images paired with informative descriptions that provide context to the photographs. The work serves as both a nostalgic reflection for those familiar with Bristol and a historical account for a broader audience. Through its focus on regional history and photography, this book offers insights into the modern evolution of the city, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in 20th-century British history.
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Stephen Dowle first started taking photographs using a pre-war Coronet Cub given to him by his father. He spent the 1970s and the early 1980s documenting his home city and the lives of the inhabitants who resided there. The photographs taken are atmospheric and evocative, revealing poignant scenes that have changed significantly over the following years.With over 100 unique images, each accompanied by Stephen’s informative, often wry, descriptions, Bristol: A Portrait 1970-82 is a significant work that documents the recent past, capturing the city during a period of great change and bringing it to life again. A nostalgic read for Bristolians and a historical account for others, this book is a must-have for residents of this great city, old and young.
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