State Of Emergency: The Way We Were -

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Sandbrook highlights how this era of industrial decline also saw the birth of glam rock (David Bowie), the rise of organic foods, the growth of curry houses, and significant steps forward in gay rights. State of Emergency: The Way We Were

The book is known for its "schizophrenic" portrayal of Britain—a period marked simultaneously by deep national gloom and vibrant cultural growth. Further background and reader reviews are available on