Making Memories, making history

Posted on 16 July 2013

A newly published book of fictional stories, written by University of York students and inspired by the memories of York's older residents, includes a foreword by Dame Joan Bakewell.

Making Memories was written by undergraduate and postgraduate students from a range of disciplinary backgrounds, cultures and countries, guided by an experienced creative writing tutor. Part of an exciting volunteering project, the aim was to promote intergenerational understanding.

Dame Joan Bakewell says in the foreword: "These stories capture real poignancy and authenticity. The authors have listened carefully, giving those who tell their tales both their time and, I suspect, their friendship. From there, they draw on real-life reminiscences to craft work that has its own integrity and spirit. The range is impressive."

The project, led by the University’s Centre for Lifelong Learning and Department of Health Sciences, involved Barchester Stamford Bridge Beaumont Care Home, Barchester Mulberry Court Care Home and Auden House (York Housing Association).

For more information visit www.york.ac.uk/news-and-events/news/2013/community/making-memories/