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Tunstall, Stoke
A boy walks across Pierce Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. He has his head down and the backlight casts a long shadow. This area of Stoke is unrecognisable today - all demolished and redeveloped Date: 1987
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Childhood Corner Crossing Potteries Staffordshire Stoke Stoke On Trent Terraced Trent Youth Backlit
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of a young boy, head down, as he crosses Pierce Street in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, in 1987. The backlight casts a long, dramatic shadow behind him, adding depth and texture to the image. The terraced houses lining the street, now a symbol of a bygone era, stand tall in the background, their once vibrant facades weathered and worn. Tunstall, a historic area of Stoke-on-Trent, was once the heart of the Potteries, a region renowned for its industrial heritage and working-class community. The boy's posture and the desolate atmosphere of the scene reflect the challenges and realities of childhood in this era. The corner shop, now long gone, adds to the sense of nostalgia and the passage of time. Today, this area of Tunstall has undergone significant redevelopment, leaving little trace of the scene depicted in this photograph. The terraced houses have been demolished, making way for modern buildings and infrastructure. Yet, this image serves as a poignant reminder of the history and character that once defined this community. The photograph, taken in 1987, is a testament to the power of street photography to capture a moment in time and preserve it for future generations. It invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and consider the future of our communities and the impact of change on our lives.
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