A Child of the Jago by Arthur Morrison

A Child of the Jago

Arthur Morrison

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fiction classics historical reflective slow-paced
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Description

'A Child of the Jago' describes one boy's childhood in an East End slum off Shoreditch High Street, and gives a vivid account of the violent crime in the neighbourhood. Dicky must struggle to follow his better instincts.

Community Reviews Summary of 75 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
sad 85%
tense 42%
challenging 28%
emotional 28%
informative 28%
adventurous 14%
lighthearted 14%
reflective 14%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 28%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 80% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 16% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | No: 16%

Average rating

3.35

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