The People Of The Abyss

The People of the Abyss is a non-fiction book written by Jack London, published in 1903. The book is a detailed account of the living conditions of the poor in the East End of London in the late 19th century. London, who was known for his fictional works, took a break from his usual writing style to document the harsh reality of poverty in one of the wealthiest cities in the world. The book is divided into two parts: the first part describes London's personal experiences living among the poor in the East End, while the second part provides statistical data and analysis of the living conditions of the poor. In the first part, London describes his own experiences of sleeping in homeless shelters and living in cramped and unsanitary conditions. He also documents the experiences of other people living in poverty, including the unemployed, the sick, and the elderly. In the second part, London provides a detailed analysis of the causes of poverty and the effects it has on individuals and society as a whole. He argues that poverty is not a result of individual laziness or lack of motivation, but rather a systemic issue caused by the unequal distribution of wealth and resources. London also discusses the impact of poverty on health, crime rates, and social unrest. Overall, The People of the Abyss is a powerful and insightful book that sheds light on the harsh realities of poverty and inequality in London at the turn of the 20th century. It remains a relevant and important work today, as poverty and inequality continue to be major issues around the world.Nowhere in the streets of London may one escape the sight of abject poverty, while five minutes' walk from almost any point will bring one to a slum; but the region my hansom was now penetrating was one unending slum. The streets were filled with a new and different race of people, short of stature, and of wretched or beer-sodden appearance.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.