The Story of Windrush

The book narrates the story before the Windrush scandal, celebrating the inspiring legacy of the Windrush pioneers. In June 1948, the HMT Empire Windrush arrived in London with hundreds of Caribbean men, women, and children, marking the beginning of modern Black Britain. The book combines historical facts with voices from the Windrush Generation and sensitively tells their inspiring story for younger readers. It features easy-to-read text, beautifully illustrated with a wide range of photos, maps, and artwork to aid understanding and heighten interest in the topic. This book is suitable for children who are confident readers, enjoy facts, and are ready to tackle more complex information.