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A collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. Set in the vibrant and gritty Limehouse district of London's East End, the stories explore the lives of various characters, often delving into themes of love, longing, and cultural contrasts against a backdrop of exoticism and squalor. The opening story introduces Battling Burrows, a troubled boxer, and Lucy, a neglected girl, establishing the book's focus