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A memoir of growing up in 1950s suburbia, by the popular columnist for the "Guardian". From the author of "Living With Mother", which won the MIND book of the year in 2006. Hanson grew up in a Jewish family in Ruslip, a metroland idyll of neat lawns, bridge parties and Martini socials. An affectionate look at a way of life which has long since disappeared.
Synopsis
A hilarious memoir of growing up in 1950s suburbia by one of the UK's best-loved columnists.