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Discover 'The Lonely Londoners', a pivotal novel that captures the essence of immigrant life in post-war London. This exceptional edition features a durable clothbound cover, making it a perfect addition to any bookshelf. With a rich narrative, it tells the experiences of newcomers from the West Indies, navigating the challenges of a city that is often unwelcoming. The protagonist, Moses Aloetta, encounters Henry 'Sir Galahad' Oliver, a hopeful yet naive arrival, as they both grapple with their identities and aspirations in the foggy streets of 1950s London. This classic explores themes of hope, resilience, and community, as characters like Tolroy and Cap forge their paths amid adversity. Enhanced with thoughtful commentary, 'The Lonely Londoners' offers readers an immersive experience into the immigrant narrative that shaped the cultural fabric of London. Ideal for fans of literary fiction and those interested in exploring themes of belonging and identity, this book is a powerful reminder of the struggles and triumphs faced by many. Published by Penguin UK in 2021, this 160-page novel is a must-have for literature enthusiasts. Fast shipping is available, ensuring you receive your copy promptly and enjoy this timeless tale without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241504123
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 160
Description:
The Lonely Londoners, an unforgettable account of immigrant experience and one of the great twentieth-century London novels, now in in a stunning Clothbound Classics edition.
At Waterloo Station, hopeful new arrivals from the West Indies step off the boat train, ready to start afresh in 1950s London. There, homesick Moses Aloetta, who has already lived in the city for years, meets Henry 'Sir Galahad' Oliver and shows him the ropes. In this strange, cold and foggy city where the natives can be less than friendly at the sight of a black face, has Galahad met his Waterloo? But the irrepressible newcomer cannot be cast down. He and all the other lonely new Londoners - from shiftless Cap to Tolroy, whose family has descended on him from Jamaica - must try to create a new life for themselves. As pessimistic 'old veteran' Moses watches their attempts, they gradually learn to survive and come to love the heady excitements of London.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241504123
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 160
Description:
The Lonely Londoners, an unforgettable account of immigrant experience and one of the great twentieth-century London novels, now in in a stunning Clothbound Classics edition.
At Waterloo Station, hopeful new arrivals from the West Indies step off the boat train, ready to start afresh in 1950s London. There, homesick Moses Aloetta, who has already lived in the city for years, meets Henry 'Sir Galahad' Oliver and shows him the ropes. In this strange, cold and foggy city where the natives can be less than friendly at the sight of a black face, has Galahad met his Waterloo? But the irrepressible newcomer cannot be cast down. He and all the other lonely new Londoners - from shiftless Cap to Tolroy, whose family has descended on him from Jamaica - must try to create a new life for themselves. As pessimistic 'old veteran' Moses watches their attempts, they gradually learn to survive and come to love the heady excitements of London.