The author tells of how he was shielded from the brutality of life, his later experience of a darker side of life, and how he made the best of things. It should be of value to those who have an interest in the East End, students of British history 1900-1945, sociology and psychology.

The author tells his own true story of how he was almost miraculously shielded from the coarse brutality which was commonplace all around. He grows upbelieving that everyone is like his family: good natured and well meaning. His consequent experience of a darker side of life is at times harrowing and heartbreaking. But the resilient Eastender makes the best of things, and after some entertaining boating exploits, he became a qualified teacher of modern sequence dancing at a surprising age. The book should be of interest to those who love London, especially the East End, students of British history 1900-1945, and students of sociology and psychology, including those interested in the nature/nurture debate.