James Hinton. Seven Lives from Mass Observation: Britain in the Late Twentieth Century. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2015. Pp. 190. $40.00 (cloth) (original) (raw)

James Hinton's book delves into the lives of seven individuals from the Mass Observation project, focusing on their personal narratives and experiences during the late twentieth century in Britain. Through these case studies, Hinton explores themes such as education, socio-political context, and the impact of generational differences, while raising questions about the broader cultural backdrop that shapes individual lives. The work invites reflection on the intersection of personal memory and historical narrative, presenting a nuanced view of how ordinary lives are influenced by their times.