In this episode of CSS Breakdown: Book by Book, Season 06, Episode 31, we dive into Chapter 31 of Norman Lowe's 'Mastering Modern British History (Fourth Edition)'. Join us as we explore the profound social and cultural changes that swept through Britain from 1945 onwards. This episode unpacks the rise in living standards and the 'affluent society', the groundbreaking legal reforms concerning marriage, divorce, abortion, and sexual behavior, and the tremendous advances in the status of women. We'll also examine the emergence of a distinct youth culture, characterized by rock 'n' roll and evolving subcultures, and the various protest movements that challenged authority. Finally, we tackle the complex issues of immigration and race relations, shedding light on the hopes and hostilities that shaped post-war Britain. Discover whether these transformations truly heralded a 'permissive society' and a 'social revolution', or if the reality was more nuanced.