Publisher's Synopsis
Frying-Pan Alley is a novel written by Mrs. Frederic West and published in 1880. The story is set in the slums of London's East End during the late 19th century and follows the lives of several impoverished families living in a narrow alleyway known as Frying-Pan Alley. The main character, Nelly, is a young girl who lives with her widowed mother and younger siblings. Nelly is forced to work long hours in a factory to support her family, but dreams of a better life. The novel explores themes of poverty, social inequality, and the struggles of working-class families during this time period. It also touches on the topics of women's rights and the role of religion in society. The characters in the novel are vividly portrayed, and their struggles and triumphs are depicted in a realistic and poignant manner. Overall, Frying-Pan Alley is a powerful and moving novel that provides a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in the East End of London during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this time period or in the lives of working-class families.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
