Between 1900 and 1960 the pattern of everyday life, and particularly country life, altered almost beyond recognition. At the turn of the century transport was ostly horse-drawn; water came from a well; and lamps were used after dark. By the 1960s most families had cars, bathrooms and electricity.
Oxfordshire, traditionally a centre for both agriculture and education, has witnessed many changes during the years of the 20th century. Members of the Oxfordshire Federation of Women's Institutes have compiled their own personal recollections and have also interviewed elderly friends and relations. The remarkable memories they have uncovered reflect the moods and aspirations of bygone eras. This book is a goldmine of information about life in Oxfordshire in the first half of the 20th century.