Tales of Mean Streets
Exploring the gritty urban underworld of late 19th century London through vivid realism and stark social commentaryBy Arthur Morrison
Length4h 21m
About this audiobook
In "Tales of Mean Streets," Arthur Morrison presents a collection of short stories that poignantly illustrate the gritty realities of life in London's impoverished neighborhoods during the late Victorian era. Through a stark, unembellished narrative style, Morrison employs a realist lens to unearth the struggles, joys, and moral complexities of his characters. Set against a backdrop of urban decay, the stories probe into themes of social class, desperation, and resilience, reflecting the broader societal issues that plagued the working class at the time. His intricate characterizations and vivid settings serve as a testament to a literary movement that sought to convey authentic experiences over romanticized depictions of life. Arthur Morrison, a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was deeply influenced by his own experiences in London's East End. Growing up in a working-class environment, his firsthand observations of poverty and social injustice significantly shaped his literary voice. Morrison's background as a journalist also lent him an acute awareness of social issues, fueling his desire to articulate the lives of those often overlooked in mainstream literature. Readers seeking a powerful exploration of the human condition will find Morrison'Äôs "Tales of Mean Streets" indispensable. This collection not only offers a window into the struggles of the marginalized but also challenges readers to reflect on the enduring nature of societal disparities. With its rich narratives and societal critique, it stands as a foundational work in the canon of social realism.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, General Fiction
Length4 hrs 21 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION.
10THREE ROUNDS.
2LIZERUNT.
11IN BUSINESS.
3I. LIZER'S WOOING.
12THE RED COW GROUP.
4II. LIZER'S FIRST.
13ON THE STAIRS.
5III. A CHANGE OF CIRCUMSTANCES.
14SQUIRE NAPPER.
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6WITHOUT VISIBLE MEANS.
15"A POOR STICK."
7TO BOW BRIDGE.
16A CONVERSION.
8THAT BRUTE SIMMONS.
17"ALL THAT MESSUAGE."
9BEHIND THE SHADE.
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