The People of the Abyss
The People of the Abyss
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
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Journalism•
American LiteratureLondon, England • 1900s
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Sociology•
World History2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The People of the Abyss, Jack London immerses himself in London's East End, experiencing first-hand the dire poverty and harsh conditions faced by individuals living there in the early 20th century. Through personal observations and interactions, he highlights societal neglect, aiming to bring awareness to the struggles of marginalized communities.
Dark
Unnerving
Informative
Gritty
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jack London's The People of the Abyss offers a compelling, immersive look into the squalid conditions of London's East End in the early 1900s. Praised for its vivid detail and empathetic narrative, it effectively raises social awareness. However, some critics note its subjective approach may limit analytical depth. Overall, it remains a powerful social critique.
Who Should Read The People of the Abyss?
Readers who appreciate The People of the Abyss by Jack London are typically interested in socio-economic studies and historical accounts of poverty, akin to those who enjoy George Orwell's Down and Out in Paris and London or Jacob Riis's How the Other Half Lives. They seek vivid, firsthand explorations of societal inequalities.
5,880 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
208
Book • Nonfiction
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Journalism•
American LiteratureLondon, England • 1900s
•
Sociology•
World History2006
Adult
18+ years
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