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Tastes of Honey

The Making of Shelagh Delaney and a Cultural Revolution

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304 pages
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11 hours

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Set against the backdrop of 1950s Britain, the narrative chronicles the impact of Shelagh Delaney's groundbreaking play, A Taste of Honey. Premiering in a small London theatre, the work challenged societal norms and resonated with working-class women seeking more than traditional roles. Delaney's bold female characters and the play's themes of class, race, and gender sparked significant cultural conversations and outrage, ultimately shaping the landscape for future artists. This account highlights her journey from a working-class teenager to a cultural icon.

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Tastes of Honey, Selina Todd

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2021
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