Child of the Jago

A Child of the Jago, published in 1896 by Arthur Morrison, is a realistic novel that portrays the harsh living conditions of London's East End. It offers a graphic depiction of life in the Old Nichol Street Rookery, highlighting the pervasive violence and struggles faced by its inhabitants. This work is notable for its barely fictionalized account of the era, making it a significant contribution to social realism in literature.