Book cover for Angels: Life in an Australian Motorcycle Gang in the 60s and 70s by David King and Maureen Lane

Angels

Life in an Australian Motorcycle Gang in the 60s and 70s

2021 Released
240 Pages
2-3 Hours
Audiobook Unavailable
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Melbourne BooksISBN 9781925556766

David King was only ten years old when he met the Angels.

This is a story full of childhood adventures, street smarts and ingenuity. It is the story of a survivor in a time when violence in the home was commonplace, and of the gang of Angels who took him under their wing, protected him and taught him the value of 'safety in numbers'.

David's story also provides insights into the history of Melbourne's west and the teenage boys and girls who broke free of the norms of the 50s to rebel in the 60s. It is a snapshot of life in a motorcycle gang that had a code of conduct, common interests and specific values.

Maureen Lane

Maureen Lane is a teacher, published author, historian, community activist and artist. This is her sixth book and her first memoir.

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