London Lamps - Burke, Thomas
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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Autorenporträt
Thomas Burke was a British writer born on November 29, 1886, in Clapham Junction, London, to parents whose names are not widely recorded. He gained prominence through his portrayal of urban life in early 20th-century London, particularly focusing on the working-class neighborhoods. His first major success was Limehouse Nights, a collection of short stories set in the impoverished Limehouse district, which earned him attention for its raw and vivid depictions of marginalized communities. Many of his works are known for their atmospheric detail and their empathetic portrayal of people living in the shadows of the city's wealth and elegance. Burke often used the fictional Chinese character Quong Lee as a narrative voice, weaving together cultural commentary and storytelling. In addition to fiction, he also wrote essays and urban sketches that revealed his deep fascination with the streets of London. His work reflects a unique blend of romanticism and realism, illuminating the spiritual and physical contours of city life. Burke died in Bloomsbury, London, on September 22, 1945, at the age of 58, leaving behind a significant body of literature that captured the soul of London s lesser-seen quarters.