Valentine George: An Ordinary Man, Who Lived Through Extraordinary Times
by Pat Backley
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Valentine George was an ordinary man, born in extraordinary times. He experienced love, loss and joy -just as we all do- but his life was still worth recording. In this novel we follow his story where it began; in the slums of London during Victorian times. Then, he takes us through World Wars One and Two and leads us along the path to the Swinging Sixties.
"She hated it when her mum asked people for money, especially when she knew it would just be wasted on snuff and gin."
"Can you believe we've got an inside toilet now? And a bath. Such luxury!"
"Take care of yourselves 'til then and try to keep your chins up, this war can't go on forever.'"
Author: Pat Backley
ISBN: 9780473618056
Publisher: Pat Backley
Published: 20220329
Format: Paperback / softback
About the Author
Pat Backley is an author, born in England but now based in Auckland, New Zealand. She is a mother to one beautiful daughter. Passionate about people and travelling the world, she has spent 70 years living a colourful and interesting life and her books reflect these passions. She has always been fascinated by social history and the lives of ordinary people and believes their stories should be told."It is a way of honouring my ancestors. They have no voice, so I will make sure their stories are heard."Her published books include DAISY a historical family saga (1887-1974) and her own memoirs: FROM THERE TO HERE, WITH AN AWFUL LOT IN BETWEEN. She has also co-authored: THE WARRIOR WOMEN PROJECT. A SISTERHOOD OF IMMIGRATION To learn more about Pat, visit her website: www.patbackley.com