This is a biography of a Nottingham working man. As a child, Bill watched returned soldiers from World War I live in poverty, and miners turned away from the pits after seeking work. He vowed that he would never become a soldier or a miner, but he became both.See www.plowrightpress.co.uk
Bill of Bulwell Summary
Bill of Bulwell: Nottingham Working Man by Bill Cross
Bill's attention to detail makes this book and entertaining read and an interesting lesson in history, as well as highlighting the vast amounts of changes that occur during just one lifetime.
Bill of Bulwell Reviews
Many reviews. Typical was CHOICE magazine's: ... Bill wrote it for his grandchildren when he was 77. Nottingham Evening Post: Bill is something of a local hero these days.
About Bill Cross
Bill's manuscript was discovered when he was brave enough to show it to Ruth I Johns, community historian, when she was working in Nottingham.
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Bill of Bulwell: Nottingham Working Man by Bill Cross
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The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins