Our Hidden Lives
The Remarkable Diaries of Postwar Britain
(Author) Simon GarfieldIn 1936 the Mass Observation Project was set up. The idea was that ordinary people would record, in diary form, what happened in their everyday lives. Simon Garfield has woven a tapestry of diary entries, focusing mainly on six characters, in the period from 1945 to 1950. The result is moving, intriguing, funny and at times heart-breaking.
Simon Garfield
Simon Garfield is a British journalist and non-fiction author known for his engaging and accessible writing style. He has written numerous books on a wide range of topics, including history, popular culture, and technology. Some of his most notable works include "Just My Type: A Book About Fonts," "On the Map: A Mind-Expanding Exploration of the Way the World Looks," and "Timekeepers: How the World Became Obsessed with Time."
Garfield's works are characterized by their meticulous research, wit, and ability to make complex subjects understandable and entertaining for a general audience. His contributions to literature include shedding light on overlooked aspects of everyday life and history, as well as challenging readers to think differently about the world around them.
One of Garfield's most famous works is "Just My Type," which explores the history and impact of typography on society and culture. This book has been praised for its insight into a seemingly mundane subject and for making readers appreciate the significance of fonts in our daily lives. Garfield's work has had a lasting impact on the non-fiction genre, inspiring readers to see the world in a new light and sparking a renewed interest in topics that may have been previously overlooked.
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