This is the twelfth part of a fiction serial, in 805 words. After closing the door behind them, Amanda slid two large bolts across it before double locking the expensive Banham latch. Marian looked at her sister, and Ros raised her eyebrows. This was a woman who took her home sec … | Continue reading
In the 17th and 18th centuries, the streets of London were full of people selling their wares to anyone passing by. To get themselves noticed, the sellers would invent cries, which were often elaborate rhymes which they hoped would attract customers. Many of these are now lost to … | Continue reading
This is the eleventh part of a fiction serial, in 723 words. On the long drive back to Hackney, Marian and Ros hardly spoke. It had been a long day, and so much had already been said. But as they crossed the river, Ros broke her silence. “I can’t let you do it, Mal. I … Continue … | Continue reading
Part of a collection of photos, all dated 1890. They were taken in East London during that year, but the photographer was unknown and not credited. (Some of the photos can be further enlarged by clicking on them.) Factory girls outside a cafe during their meal break. They wore th … | Continue reading