The People of the Abyss

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Set in the East End of London in 1902, the narrative offers a vivid first-hand account of the harsh realities faced by the working-class. Jack London immerses himself in the lives of the impoverished, sharing experiences from living in workhouses and on the streets. By staying with a struggling family, he captures the grim conditions endured by around 500,000 of London's poor, providing a poignant exploration of social issues and human resilience in a time of widespread deprivation.