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Tales of the Old London Slum – Complete Collection:4 Novels & 30+ Short Stories - Enriched edition A Child of the Jago To London Town Cunning Murrell The Hole in the Wall Tales of Mean Streets… - cover

Tales of the Old London Slum – Complete Collection:4 Novels & 30+ Short Stories - Enriched edition A Child of the Jago To London Town Cunning Murrell The Hole in the Wall Tales of Mean Streets…

Arthur Morrison

Publisher: DigiCat

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In "Tales of the Old London Slum – Complete Collection: 4 Novels & 30+ Short Stories," Arthur Morrison unveils the gritty realities of life in late 19th-century London through a compelling array of narratives. His masterful prose employs a naturalistic style, drawing readers into the murky depths of the slums with vivid imagery and authentic characterizations. This collection provides not only entertainment but also a poignant social commentary on the lives of the impoverished, illustrating the harsh conditions and resilience found within East End communities during a transformative period in British society. Arthur Morrison, a devoted chronicler of London's working class, was profoundly shaped by his early experiences in the capital. His background as a member of a lower-middle-class family and his work as a reporter led him to intimately understand the struggles of the underprivileged. Influenced by the burgeoning social realism movement, Morrison strategically employs his literary talents to evoke empathy and provoke thought regarding the social injustices of his time, thereby establishing himself as an important voice in Victorian literature. This complete collection is a must-read for any aficionado of historical fiction or social narrative, as it offers a rare glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked by history. Morrison's intricate storytelling and rich character exploration will resonate with modern readers, inviting them to reflect on the enduring complexities of class and human experience.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Available since: 12/08/2023.
Print length: 460 pages.

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