Uncover the transformative impact of the welfare state on modern ageing through eight authentic British life stories. This insightful book challenges stereotypes by exploring how societal and medical advances have reshaped the experience of growing old, while perceptions remain dated. Featuring intimate narratives from individuals born between 1925-1945, it offers a unique lens on post-war Britain and periods of significant social change. Essential for social historians, students, and readers keen on life narratives and the evolving journey of ageing, this work provides valuable perspectives on contemporary ageing and its historical context.