"When I started looking back I suddenly realised that all my years in Leeds, England, had been spent at one address only: 137 Victoria Road. All my childhood years and early experiences stemmed from here." - Carol Winteringham

"After my own father died this little book was in a battered old case along with a lot of electrical training notes. I initially put it on the recycling pile along with the notes [...] It was only when my friend picked it up and started reading the first page aloud that we realised what a treasure we had..." - Jane Cooper (née Winteringham)

This dissertation is over 50 years old. Written painstakingly by hand at a time when there were no computers or the Internet, Carol Winteringham takes you through a thorough first-hand analysis of urban developments in north-western Leeds. She takes into consideration the housing, industry and shopping facilities, looking at their historical development from 1940 to 1961 as well as the future plans up to 1981.

A powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit. Her captivating storytelling and her ability to transform adversity into wisdom make her a voice worth listening with this book. Angela invites you into her world, where she weaves a tapestry of resilience, love, and triumph that will leave you inspired and uplifted. Prepare to embark on a journey of empowerment as you delve into Angela''s life story - a story that beautifully illustrates the strength that lies within us all.

"When I started looking back I suddenly realised that all my years in Leeds, England, had been spent at one address only: 137 Victoria Road. All my childhood years and early experiences stemmed from here." - Carol Winteringham

"After my own father died this little book was in a battered old case along with a lot of electrical training notes. I initially put it on the recycling pile along with the notes [...] It was only when my friend picked it up and started reading the first page aloud that we realised what a treasure we had..." - Jane Cooper (née Winteringham)

This dissertation is over 50 years old. Written painstakingly by hand at a time when there were no computers or the Internet, Carol Winteringham takes you through a thorough first-hand analysis of urban developments in north-western Leeds. She takes into consideration the housing, industry and shopping facilities, looking at their historical development from 1940 to 1961 as well as the future plans up to 1981.

A powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit. Her captivating storytelling and her ability to transform adversity into wisdom make her a voice worth listening with this book. Angela invites you into her world, where she weaves a tapestry of resilience, love, and triumph that will leave you inspired and uplifted. Prepare to embark on a journey of empowerment as you delve into Angela''s life story - a story that beautifully illustrates the strength that lies within us all.