Thompson, Kate
The Stepney Doorstep Society: The remarkable true story of the women who ruled the East End through war and peace
- ISBN 13:
- 9780718189860
- author:
- Thompson, Kate
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Michael Joseph Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Women, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Stepney Doorstep Society: A Remarkable True Story of Women Who Ruled the East End Through War and Peace In the midst of war, these women stood strong, their firm hand guiding the streets of the East End. Born and raised in the slums and tenements, they fought against poverty and struggled to survive, yet found joy in the vibrant streets of Stepney, Bethnal Green, Whitechapel, and Shoreditch. From taking over the London Underground to standing up to notorious figures like the Kray twins, these women's stories are a testament to their strength and resilience. Their lives, marked by hardship and triumph, remain an integral part of the East End's history and identity. This book tells the vivid and moving stories of the women who have shaped the East End, their lives a reminder of the power and determination of the women who have always been at the heart of this vibrant community.
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