Margaret Harkness Knihy

Set in the East End of London during the 1880s, this social documentary provides a vivid portrayal of the struggles and realities faced by its inhabitants. Originally published in 1889, it explores themes of poverty, social reform, and the impact of the Salvation Army through the lens of Captain Lobe's experiences. The book offers a historical insight into the challenges of urban life and the efforts to bring about change in a time of great hardship.

A City Girl was one of many slum novels set in the East End of London in the 1880s. It tells the story of a young East Ender, Nelly Ambrose, who is seduced and abandoned by a middle-class politician. This Broadview Edition includes contemporary reviews of