Author: Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff
publisher name: Headline Book Publishing
ISBN: 9781472261908
Mother Country: Real Stories of the Windrush Children by Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff offers a leading new exploration of the Windrush generation, featuring poignant stories from individuals such as David Lammy, Lenny Henry, Corinne Bailey Rae, and others. The book delves into the experiences of the pioneers of the Windrush generation, who embarked on a long journey to Britain with the expectation of finding a welcoming home. Through 22 unique real-life stories spanning more than 70 years, the book sheds light on the reality of their experiences, as well as those of their children and grandchildren. This powerful exploration captures the essence of life, love, struggle, hope, misery, success, and failure within the context of the Windrush generation's legacy. Published by Headline Book Publishing, this book contributes to a fuller understanding of the human stories behind the historical events.