Nicola Madge Bücher

The book explores the contemporary experience of childhood in Britain, analyzing insights from over two thousand children and five hundred adults. It delves into the emotional landscape of growing up today, addressing themes of happiness and anxiety, and highlights both the positive and negative aspects of modern childhood. By examining these diverse perspectives, it aims to inform policy and practice regarding the well-being of children in today's society.

Older women embrace their vitality and confidence, recognizing that age does not define their worth or experiences. Despite changes in their appearance, they continue to thrive and enjoy life. The narrative highlights themes of empowerment, self-acceptance, and the celebration of life at any stage, encouraging readers to appreciate the beauty of aging and the wisdom that comes with it.

The 'Swinging Sixties' are commonly depicted as hedonistic days. A point in history remembered for the generation of young people who shed the trappings of their parents and grandparents and, fuelled by sex, drugs, rock 'n roll, set out to put the world to rights. A time when individuality was heralded and convention widely challenged.