Martin of old London

By Herbert Strang

Beneath the smoky sky and bustling cobbled streets of nineteenth-century London, a young boy's fate is shaped by the pulse of a city on the cusp of transformation. Amid the clamour of market stalls and the shadowed lanes of the Victorian era, a spirited youth is drawn into a world where courage and quick wits are as vital as bread. This is a story steeped in the rich atmosphere of London historical fiction, capturing the energy, peril, and promise of a metropolis where every alleyway holds secrets and every encounter can alter a life's course. With the authenticity of a true British adventure story, the narrative unfolds against a backdrop of docklands, slums, and the grand sweep of the Thames, offering a compelling portrait of coming of age in a time when the city itself was a character-sometimes friend, sometimes foe. The tale's period detail and deft characterisation evoke the challenges and hopes of British youth, making it a touchstone for readers who cherish classic British literature or seek a boys adventure book that is as much about the heart as it is about heroics. The novel's evocation of Victorian London, from its bustling markets to its perilous underbelly, will appeal to anyone drawn to a London setting novel that balances suspense with a keen sense of place. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For those who appreciate adventure for young readers or the enduring appeal of period adventure novels, this restored work stands as an invitation to rediscover the spirit, grit, and imagination of a bygone era.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9374596431
• ISBN13: 9789374596432
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"