The Pommy Town Years: Memories of Mayfield and Other Tales of the Twenties by William R. Claridge (Edited by Helen Macallan)

Author:
William R. Claridge (1909–)
Edited by Helen Macallan

Publisher:
Casuarina, N.T.: William Michael Press; Newcastle: University of Newcastle, 2000

Format:
Softcover

Pages:
xviii, 126 pages, with [20] pages of plates

ISBN:
0646406639

Condition:
Very Good. Owner’s name has been marked out on the half title page. Some annotations inside the front cover. Pages otherwise clean, binding tight, cover shows only light handling wear.

Description:
The Pommy Town Years is a warm and vivid memoir of life in Mayfield, New South Wales, during the 1920s, seen through the eyes of William R. Claridge. Edited by Helen Macallan, this engaging recollection captures the humour, hardship, and resilience of a working-class community shaped by migration, especially the “Pommies” who settled from Britain. The book reflects on both Australian and British social customs of the early 20th century, weaving together personal memories and social commentary, enhanced with historic photographs.

Why You’ll Love It:
This local history offers a valuable glimpse into life in Mayfield during a period of transformation. It will appeal to social historians, genealogists, Newcastle locals, and anyone interested in Anglo-Australian cultural stories. A heartfelt and accessible read that bridges personal memoir with regional heritage.