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The Lonely Londoners presents brief, evocative glimpses into the lives of Caribbean Commonwealth citizens who have migrated to London. Through a collection of vignettes, the book explores their social realities, cultural adjustments, and the challenges of integrating into a new city.
First publish date: 1956
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Samuel Selvon
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