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Adelaide Remember When

The Boomer Stories
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Adelaide Remember When by Bob Byrne offers a nostalgic journey through Adelaide's history, capturing memorable moments and events that shaped the city. Drawing from the memories of locals and historical records, the book delves into the community's collective recollections, celebrating the people, places, and things that have marked Adelaide's past. It's a rich tapestry of stories that bring the city's bygone days to life.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a fascination with Adelaide's past and the cultural transformations over the decades. It is perfect for history enthusiasts who love nostalgic journeys through time, providing a vivid portrayal of the city's heritage through captivating stories and visuals.

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Adelaide Remember When

Offers a celebration of Adelaide from the 1940s to the β€˜80s - the people, places, events and experiences that shaped the city and its Baby Boomers. Take a gloriously sentimental trip down memory lane with Bob Byrne as he shows us the Adelaide of yesteryear that will bring a smile to your face, a lump in your throat and a tear to your eye!

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A Celebration of Adelaide

Remember drinking Woodies Lemonade as a kid? And catching Popeye to the zoo? Or watching Bobo the Clown on TV? Then you'll also undoubtedly remember listening to Vinnie on SAFM and visiting Santa at Johnnie's Magic Cave!

Featuring a selection of Bob Byrne's most popular "Boomer" columns from The Advertiser, Adelaide Remember When: The Boomer Stories looks back at the city we grew up in and recalls its rich and colourful past. It's an entertaining and captivating book for all of those who love Adelaide.

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Adelaide Remember When by Bob Byrne captures the rich history of Adelaide with anecdotes and nostalgia that many readers find entertaining and evocative. It's praised for its engaging storytelling and vivid recollections that resonate with those who have lived in or are familiar with the city. The book is often described as a delightful trip down memory lane, appealing to both history buffs and those with a personal connection to Adelaide.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742237558

Publisher: NewSouth Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 December 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: NewSouth Publishing

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 172.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 333g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Bob Byrne has a lifetime of experience in media. He commenced his career in radio over 40 years ago as a music deejay, later turning to talk and current affairs. As a writer he has covered topics as varied as music, food and travel. He runs the popular Facebook websites 'Melbourne Remember When', 'Australia Remember When' and 'Adelaide Remember When'. Adelaide Remember When: The Boomer Stories is his sixth book.

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