Backstreet Child
- 544bladzijden
- 20 uur lezen
A warm and authentic story of Cockney life during the Second World War.
Harry Bowling Boeken
Deze auteur, bekend als de 'Koning van de Cockney-saga's', neemt de lezer mee naar de wereld van Londens East End tijdens de oorlog. Zijn schrijven komt voort uit het diepe besef dat het vertellen van een verhaal niet alleen entertainment is, maar onder bepaalde omstandigheden een overlevingsnoodzaak. Hij vangt de authentieke levensrealiteit die hij zelf heeft meegemaakt, en creëert achttien bestsellerromans die krachtige en ontroerende verhalen over het dagelijks leven bieden.
A vivid and emotional novel of post-war life in Cockney London
A stunning story of heartbreak, grit and emotion from the 'King of Cockney sagas'
A gripping cockney saga of life in 1940s London
Set against a backdrop of brutal hardship, the story explores the resilience of a community that finds strength in humor and camaraderie. Through their struggles, the characters embody a spirit of determination and hope, showcasing the power of laughter as a coping mechanism amidst adversity. The novel delves into the complexities of life, illustrating how joy can coexist with pain in the human experience.
Paragon Place, an ordinary square of two-up, two-down houses in Bermondsey, has pretty well survived the Blitz. But it's taken its toll on a hard-working and tight-knit community. Despite going through the very worst of times - the never-ending fight against poverty, rationing and bombs - the residents of Paragon Place have been brought closer together by laughter and tears in the face of despair. There is Sally Brady, who is torn between two men, local drunk Alf Porter, the prim Carey sisters, the gossips and the villains. After surviving the horror of the war, they face new dramas as they rebuild their lives together...
A remarkable portrayal of an East End docklands community between the two world wars as it undergoes rapid and turbulent change
Gaslight in Page Street
- 627bladzijden
- 22 uur lezen
Page Street, a shabby, cobbled and gaslit Bermondsey backstreet is home to a diverse and close-knit community fighting an ongoing battle against poverty, hunger and the devastating effects of the Great War. George Galloway owns a cartage business; his right-hand man is William Tanner. William's loyalty has worn thin over the years but he cannot break the ties with Galloway because times are hard and the house in which he lives belongs to him. Carrie Tanner grows up in the heart of a poor yet loving family, but as she becomes a young woman she becomes involved in the Suffragette movement. The times are changing - and quickly. Will this close-knit community be able to pull together or will it be torn apart?
Conner Street's War
- 352bladzijden
- 13 uur lezen
The poignant and heartwarming story of a community struggling to survive the dangers of the Blitz.
Set against a backdrop of both triumph and tragedy, the narrative explores a community's resilience during a pivotal moment. It highlights the complexities of human behavior, showcasing acts of heroism alongside moments of moral ambiguity. The story delves into the relationships and struggles of individuals as they navigate their finest and darkest hours, ultimately revealing the strength and flaws inherent in humanity.
