All Sorts and Conditions of Men

Description of book

This novel tells the story of two idealistic young people who move to the East End of London to explore their roots and bring positive change to the community. Miss Angela Messenger, a wealthy heiress to a brewery, poses as a dressmaker to find a meaningful way to use her millions to benefit the people. Harry de Breton, an aristocratic ward of a lord, masquerades as a cabinetmaker to explore his working-class roots. They both end up in a shabby boarding house full of eccentric characters, where they discover a mutual interest in social reform and dream up a Palace of Delight for the People. This book offers a vivid portrayal of daily life in the East End and the struggles of the working class, and it ultimately shows how the power of imagination and determination can transform a community.