East End 1888

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Set in the tumultuous year of 1888, this book offers a vivid portrayal of life for the laboring poor in London's East End during a time marked by poverty, crime, and social upheaval. It explores the impact of significant events like the Matchgirls' strike and the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. Through the lens of communal life in streets, pubs, and clubs, the narrative highlights how these social spaces provided solace amid the harsh realities of sweatshops, ghettos, and the looming threat of workhouses, all against a backdrop of Victorian values.