Ones teachers all belonged to that generation who were imperialists, and the whole narrative throughout my adolescence was of countries leaving the empire. I find it extraordinary that this purpose which drove how we viewed the world is now considered to be something that has no effect upon us.

Has there ever been a visitor to Ludlow who hasn't wished they lived there?

I got fed up of listening to bollocks

I've always felt myself to be an outsider. I've always felt awkward.

It's stupid to have a simple-minded view.

At last someone takes me seriously.

The early bird may get the worm, but its the second mouse that gets the cheese.